Nela Martínez

Nela Martínez Espinosa (November 24, 1912 – July 30, 2004) was an Ecuadorian communist, political militant, activist, and writer. Nela Martinez was born in Cañar, Ecuador and enjoyed writing since childhood. She joined the Communist Party of Ecuador at a young age, eventually becoming part of its leadership. In May 28, 1944 she took an active role in the Glorious May Revolution, which toppled the dictatorship of Carlos Arroyo del Río. She orchestrated the takeover of the Government Palace, and …