Events on November 10 in history

The Gesture of Rufina Alfaro (November 10, 1821)

Cry of Independence by Rufina Alfaro at La Villa de Los Santos, Panama setting into motion a revolt which led to Panama's independence from Spain and to it immediately becoming part of Colombia.

Rufina Alfaro is a possibly legendary figure in the Panamanian independence movement. According to legend, she led a march on November 10, 1821 that resulted in the population of Los Santos rising up against Spanish rulers. Although even her existence is disputed, Alfaro is part of popular memory and even is an official symbol of Panama.

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Events on 1821

22 Feb

Danubian Principalities
Greek War of Independence: Alexander Ypsilantis crosses the Prut river at Sculeni into the Danubian Principalities.
26 May

Greek War of Independence
Establishment of the Peloponnesian Senate by the Greek rebels.
9 Jul

Greek War of Independence
Four hundred and seventy prominent Cypriots including Archbishop Kyprianos are executed in response to Cypriot aid to the Greek War of Independence
23 Jul

Monemvasia
While the Mora Rebellion continues, Greeks capture Monemvasia Castle. Turkish troops and citizens are transferred to Minor Asia coasts.
28 Nov

Gran Colombia
Panama Independence Day: Panama separates from Spain and joins Gran Colombia.

Events on November 10 in history

The Gesture of Rufina Alfaro (November 10, 1821)

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Events on 1821

Danubian Principalities

Greek War of Independence

Greek War of Independence

Monemvasia

Gran Colombia