In the 1830s Juan Pablo Duarte (1813-1876)ÿknown as "the father of Dominican independence" -organized a secret society known as La Trinitaria to fight the Haitians.

After a long struggle, independence was finally declared on February 27, 1844.

Although disorder, dictatorships, and intermittent peace characterized the Dominican
Republic's history until the U.S. Marines occupied it from 1916 to 1924 to keep peace
between rival political groups, February 27 is still observed as the country's Independence Day and is celebrated with parades and political meetings.

The site of the proclamation, Independence Park, contains a shrine known as the Altar
de la Patria, "the nation's altar," honoring the three founders of the Republic-Duarte,
Ramon Mella, and Juan Sanchez Ramÿrez. Duarte's birthday, January 26, is also a public
holiday, celebrated as Duarte Day.

Dominican Republicans usually celebrate Carnival along with Independence Day.

Thousands gather in the capital, Santo Domingo, for the traditional day-long parade and
street party.

More info... https://encyclopedia2.thefreedictionary.com/Dominican+Republic+Independence+Day

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BY: Mike Dippel (954:895/1)

In the 1830s Juan Pablo Duarte (1813-1876)ÿknown as "the father of Dominican
independence" -organized a secret society known as La Trinitaria to
fight the Haitians.

After a long struggle, independence was finally declared on February 27, 1844.

Although disorder, dictatorships, and intermittent peace characterized
the Dominican Republic .....

My favourite holiday destination, especially Punta Cana.


Mickey
http://centralontarioremote.net


...Music is the Eye to your Soul

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On 3/1/2026 8:23 PM, Mickey wrote to Mike Dippel :

BY: Mike Dippel (954:895/1)

In the 1830s Juan Pablo Duarte (1813-1876)ÿknown as "the father of Dominican
independence" -organized a secret society known as La Trinitaria to fight the Haitians.

After a long struggle, independence was finally declared on February 27, 1844.

Although disorder, dictatorships, and intermittent peace characterized the Dominican Republic .....

My favourite holiday destination, especially Punta Cana.

Mickey
http://centralontarioremote.net

We have been to Punta Cana several times ourselves. Living near the port in Tampa, we
are able to take advantage of special deals when the timing is right.

Mike Dippel

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