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1906–1996 · Jayuya · Politics • Activism

Nationalist Leader • Activist Born in Jayuya, Blanca Canales became one of Puerto Rico's most influential political figures. She led the historic Jayuya Uprising of 1950, proclaiming the Republic of Puerto Rico during the Nationalist revolt. Today she remains a symbol of courage and one of the municipality's most recognized historical figures.