Though the tragic deaths of the Mirabal sisters is an event that brought tears to the eyes of many, there are still controversies over whether the sacrifices they made actually played an effective role in ending Trujillo’s reign. Many critics argue that the abandonment of their children to tend to the revolution was a selfish and heartless act; others bring to light that their fearless actions- and even deaths- is what spurred on the revolution and led to its success. Without the Mirabal sisters selflessly stepping up on behalf of their country, it could’ve been our whole nation that was eventually murdered as opposed to just their family.
During the time that Minerva and Maria Teresa spent in jail, they gave up their comfortable lives
During the time that Minerva and Maria Teresa spent in jail, they gave up their comfortable lives