The 286th anniversary of the Battles of El Cuchillete and Tamasite is being commemorated with celebrations in honor of San Miguel Arcángel. The events include a reenactment in Tiscamanita, reflecting on the significant historical moments leading up to the battle on October 12, 1740. Participants recall the leadership of Lieutenant Colonel Sánchez Umpiérrez and Captain Baltasar Mateo, who commanded local troops during the Battle of El Cuchillete on October 13 and the Battle of Tamasite on November 24, 1740.
This historical commemoration pays tribute to the collective memory of the island’s residents and preserves their heritage.
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