Centro Histórico De Puerto Plata , Puerto Plata Province, Dominican Republic — Caribbean Region of the Americas (Hispaniola, Greater Antilles, West Indies)
Hombres de la Historia
Calle Separación
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Men of History
Separation Street
Photographed by James Hulse, February 9, 2025
1. Hombres de la Historia / Men of History Marker
Escribió las letras del Himno Nacional
Nació en la ciudad de Puerto Plata el 20 de agosto de 1856-1932 Abogado, Maestro, autor y compositor de las letras del Himno Nacional Dominicano, considerado uno de los grandes aportadores de la identidad nacional dominicana, los valores patrios y morales de República Dominicana.
Fue diputado en el Congreso Nacional y "Secretario de Justicia e Instrucción Pública" durante el gobierno de Francisco Henriquez y Carvajal.
La mayoría de sus obras literarias estaban dirigidas a la exaltación de los valores patrióticos, el respeto, amor a la soberanía y a la defensa de la Independencia Nacional.
He wrote the lyrics of the National Anthem
August 20, 1856 – 1932. A lawyer, teacher, author, and composer of the lyrics of the Dominican National Anthem, he is considered one of the great contributors to
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He served as a congressman and "Secretary of Justice and Public Instruction" during the government of Francisco Henriquez y Carvajal.
Most of his literary works were aimed at promoting patriotic values, respect, love for sovereignty, and the defense of National Independence.
Erected by Puerto Plata City Hall Ministry of Tourism Ceiztur.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Heroes. A significant historical date for this entry is August 20, 1856.
Location. 19° 47.889′ N, 70° 41.548′ W. Marker is in Puerto Plata, Puerto Plata Province. It is in Centro Histórico De Puerto Plata. It is at the intersection of Calle Separación and Calle Prof Juan Bosch, on the right when traveling north on Calle Separación. The marker is located at the corner of the building on the artwork. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: C Separación 12, Puerto Plata, Puerto Plata Province 57000, Dominican Republic. Touch for directions.
Regionally, it is one of the Greater Antilles on the Caribbean Sea, in in the Atlantic Ocean, in North America, and in the Western Hemisphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain and also a Spanish colony.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: A different marker also named Hombres de la Historia / Men of History (within shouting distance of this marker); General Gregorio Luperón (within shouting distance of this marker); General Juan Pablo Duarte y Díez (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line);
Photographed by James Hulse, February 9, 2025
2. The view of the Men of History Marker along the building
Also see . . . Emilio Prud'Homme. Wikipedia
Emilio Prud'Homme y Maduro (August 20, 1856 - July 21, 1932) was a Dominican lawyer, writer, and educator. Prud'Homme is known for having authored the lyrics of the Dominican national anthem. He is also attributed with helping establish a national identity, for what was at the time a nascent republic.(Submitted on February 16, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.)
Credits. This page was last revised on February 17, 2025. It was originally submitted on February 14, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 112 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on February 16, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. 2. submitted on February 17, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
