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Events on November 10 in history

1821Nov, 10

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

  • 22Feb

    Danubian Principalities

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

    Greek War of Independence

    Establishment of the Peloponnesian Senate by the Greek rebels.
  • 9Jul

    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
  • 23Jul

    Monemvasia

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

    Gran Colombia

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