Rosario Ortiz facts for kids

Rosario Ortiz (born October 10, 1827), also known as La Monche, was a brave Chilean activist. She stood up for what she believed in and fought for freedom. She was also one of the first women journalists in Chile.

Rosario Ortiz: A Chilean Hero

Rosario Ortiz was born in Concepción, Chile in 1827. She became known as "La Monche." She was a strong supporter of the Revolution of 1859. This was a big fight led by General José María de la Cruz against the President at the time, Manuel Montt.

Fighting for Freedom

Rosario didn't just talk about change; she acted! She helped find new soldiers to join the fight. She even joined the Army of the South herself as a vivandera. A vivandera was a woman who traveled with the army. She sold food and other supplies to the soldiers. She also helped care for them.

Rosario fought in an important battle called the Battle of Loncomilla. Later, in the Revolution of 1859, she again took up arms against President Montt. She was part of the revolutionary troops. Her bravery was recognized, and she eventually reached the rank of captain in the army. This was a very high rank for anyone, especially a woman, at that time!

A Pioneer Journalist

Besides her military actions, La Monche is also famous for her writing. She was one of the very first women journalists in Chile. She was also the first woman to write for a newspaper in her hometown of Concepción.

She wrote for newspapers like El Correo del Pueblo and Revista del Sur. In her articles, she strongly disagreed with President Montt's government. She used her words to fight for freedom and express her beliefs.

Her Legacy

Rosario Ortiz's story is remembered today. She is buried in a simple grave in the General Cemetery of Concepción [es]. Her gravestone has a special message: "Here lies La Monche, lived and died for freedom. A worker." This shows how dedicated she was to her cause.

See also

In Spanish: Rosario Ortiz para niños