Tepetitán, El Salvador facts for kids

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Municipality
Tepetitán, El Salvador Location in El Salvador
Country	El Salvador
Department	San Vicente Department

Tepetitán is a small town and municipality located in the San Vicente department of El Salvador. It is a place with a rich history, especially known for an important event that happened there long ago.

History of Tepetitán

Tepetitán played a significant role in the history of El Salvador. In the early 1800s, many people in the region were unhappy with the government and how they were treated. This led to a period of unrest and calls for change.

Anastasio Aquino and the Declaration

On February 16, 1833, a brave leader named Anastasio Aquino became very important in Tepetitán. He was a leader of the indigenous people, who were the original inhabitants of the land. Aquino led a group of people who wanted more fairness and freedom.

In Tepetitán, Anastasio Aquino was declared the commander-in-chief of a "liberation army." This army was formed by people who wanted to free themselves from unfair rules. On that same day, Aquino issued something called the Declaration of Tepetitán. This declaration was a powerful statement of their goals and demands for a better future for everyone. It showed their strong desire for justice and independence.

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In Spanish: Tepetitán (El Salvador) para niños