The Revolutionary Life of Francisco Antonio de Zela
Explore the inspiring story of Francisco Antonio de Zela, a key figure in Peru's fight for independence.
Video Summary
Francisco Antonio de Zela, born in Lima on July 24, 1768, was the son of Alberto de Zela and MarÃa Mercedes ArÃzaga. Under the tutelage of Victorio de San Carlos, he honed his skills and at the tender age of 18, embarked on a journey to Tacna to pursue training as a founder. In 1796, he entered into matrimony with MarÃa Natividad Siles, with whom he was blessed with nine children. It was on June 20, 1811, that Zela made history by initiating the first call for freedom in Peru, bravely standing against the ruling government of Viceroy Fernando de Abascal in Tacna. Despite facing defeat in the fierce Battle of Huacale, Zela displayed unwavering courage. Subsequently, he was apprehended, subjected to a trial, and ultimately meted out a harsh sentence of exile and imprisonment in Panama. It was in the confines of Panama that Francisco Antonio de Zela breathed his last in 1821, leaving behind a legacy of valor and determination.
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Early Life and Education
Francisco Antonio de Zela was born in Lima on July 24, 1768, to Alberto de Zela and MarÃa Mercedes ArÃzaga. He studied under Victorio de San Carlos and at the age of 18, he traveled to Tacna to train under his father as an assayer and founder. Six years later, in 1796, he assumed the position.
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Family and Marriage
In 1811, Francisco Antonio de Zela married MarÃa Natividad Siles, with whom he had nine children.
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First Cry for Liberty
On June 20, 1811, Francisco Antonio de Zela initiated the first cry for liberty in Peru in Tacna, challenging the government of Viceroy Fernando de Abascal. He led a group of armed indigenous people, criollos, mestizos, and Argentine allies. Despite their defeat in the Battle of Huacale, the royalists regained control of Tacna, captured Zela, and sent him to Lima for trial. He was ultimately sentenced to exile and imprisonment in the Chagres Castle in Panama, where he passed away in 1821.
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