Date

December 7, 1896

Title

Death of Antonio Maceo

What occurred

After leaving Pinar del Rio Maceo was ambushed in Havana province. The Spanish did not realize they had killed one of the most famous leaders of the rebellion. Following his death his body was retrieved by the insurgents and later his body was dissected. Scientists theories of racial superiority to explain maceos talents.

Location

Brava, Havana province, Cuba

Student name(s)

Jack Thrasher

Tag(s)

Cuba

Important Person