Co-President Rosario Murillo said they will remember the revolutionary leader, whom she described as a “Tayacan [leader] who conquered death, a suitor to the red-and-black homeland and to the homeland of all,” evoking the song “Comandante Carlos Fonseca,” written by Tomas Borge.

In media outlets, Murillo highlighted Fonseca’s legacy and thanked him for the example and inspiration he provided to generations of Nicaraguans. She also reaffirmed the commitment to continue working toward peace, security, and the well-being of families.

She linked the FSLN founder’s vision to the government’s current initiatives in healthcare, education, housing, and infrastructure, citing the construction of hospitals, health centers, schools, universities, roads, and bridges.

Known for his dedication to the struggles of the underprivileged, Carlos Fonseca remains a central figure of Sandinismo in this nation, for his steadfast fight against the Somoza dictatorship.

On November 8, 1976, after falling into an ambush, Carlos Fonseca was killed in combat alongside other FSLN fighters, including Benito Carvajal and Crescencio Aguilar.

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