Holguín residents pay tribute to combatants fallen in Venezuela
- Written by Yanela Ruiz González
- Published in Holguin
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Photos: Elder Leyva y Alexis del ToroHolguín residents paid homage to the 32 Cuban combatants who died during the U.S. attack on Venezuela, described as treacherous and terrorist. The tribute took place in front of the La Periquera Museum, under the imposing figure of General Calixto García.
The ceremony was a solemn and moving act, remembering the courage and commitment of those who fell while defending the Bolivarian Republic and President Nicolás Maduro.
This event left deep sorrow among the people, who mourn their fallen sons but also feel proud of their bravery and loyalty to the ideals of independence and justice.
Residents highlighted their mambisa (revolutionary) heritage as a source of strength and resistance in defending Latin American sovereignty. The tribute was filled with both sadness and determination to follow the example of the fallen héroes.
During the ceremony, Joel Queipo Ruiz, the First Secretary of the Communist Party in Holguín, stated that Cubans belong to an unyielding lineage. He was joined by high-ranking officers from the Eastern Army and other Party and government leaders.
Queipo Ruiz emphasized that the fallen were not born heroes—they became heroes when history called, responding with loyalty and courage without seeking medals or honors, but simply fulfilling their duty.
Seven of the honored combatants were native to Holguín, which made the farewell even more emotional. In the “Revolution Hall” of La Periquera, the coffins of five of them were displayed during a day of deep respect and remembrance.
Attendees reaffirmed that honoring their sacrifice also means continuing their struggle, keeping their memory alive, and proudly defending the values for which they gave their lives.
