The event was attended by diplomatic officials and island professionals working in various fields in official missions to this European country, as well as members of the Cuban community based here, who made various contributions highlighting the importance of the Marti legacy.
The Ambassador, Mirta Granda, referred to the activities that are being carried out in this country these days in honor of the revolutionary hero who, after his physical disappearance, continues to direct, with his example and ideas, the destinies of new generations of Cubans who celebrated their victories in 1959 gained true independence. and defend their homeland.
Last Friday, as he pointed out, an event was held at the headquarters of the Semi di Pace association in the city of Tarquinia, announcing the creation of the new “José Martí” Center for International University Studies on Peace in Italy. and brotherhood among peoples.
The third secretary for scientific affairs of the Cuban Embassy, Danis Zumaquero, reported on the events surrounding the death of Martí, an irretrievable loss at the beginning of a new phase in the struggle for independence organized by and by him he was an undisputed leader.
For her part, Amarilys Gelabert, third secretary for press affairs, emphasized the characteristics of the Cuban national hero as an anti-imperialist, anti-racist, supportive, unifying man who never bowed to difficulties.
A documentary was shown during the event, which included remarks by the historic leader of the Cuban Revolution, Fidel Castro, on the meaning, transcendence and validity of Martí’s thoughts, and an offering of flowers was made to Martí on his bust at the Embassy of the Latin American Nation in Rome.
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