Leona Vicario

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Leona Vicario Fernández de San Salvador
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Leona Vicario Fernández de San Salvador

Leona Vicario, also less commonly known as Leona Vicario de Quintana Roo (April 10, 1789August 24, 1842) was an active supporter of the Mexican War of Independence. From her residence in Mexico City, she was able to provide intelligence and money to the rebel movement.

She married fellow insurgent Andrés Quintana Roo. They are buried together in the Independence Column in Mexico City.

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