Bilwi and Waspam Hold Massive Marches in Honor of Sandino and Nicaraguan Mothers
Thousands of families, young people, and Sandinista militants participated in massive marches held in the cities of Bilwi and Waspam in commemoration of the birth of the General of Free Men and Women, Augusto C. Sandino.
TL;DR
- Massive marches were held in Bilwi and Waspam to commemorate Augusto C. Sandino's birthday and honor Nicaraguan mothers.
- The events were themed 'Sandino Lives and Our Mothers: Love, Light, and Life'.
- In Bilwi, the march started from the historic pier and passed through main streets with Sandinista flags and revolutionary music.
- The historic pier of Bilwi is significant as Sandino spent time there, understanding US intervention.
- During Sandino's stay, local residents, including indigenous and Afro-descendant women, helped recover weapons from the sea, aiding the struggle for sovereignty.
- Carlos Alemán Cunningham highlighted the contribution of coastal women in recovering weapons.
- The marches reaffirmed commitment to Sandino's legacy, sovereignty, dignity, and love for Nicaragua.
- The Bilwi march concluded at the Tomás Borge Martínez Sandinista House, historically the presidential house.