On March 21, 1937, Puerto Rico witnessed a harrowing event that left an indelible mark on its history. Known as the Ponce Massacre, this tragedy unfolded on Palm Sunday when a peaceful march for independence spiraled into unimaginable violence. Alex Alicea’s Blood on Palm Sunday recounts this event, exploring the colonial repression, the rise of nationalism, and the resilience of a people fighting for dignity and autonomy.

On Palm Sunday, a peaceful demonstration turned into a bloodbath. This is the untold story of colonial injustice, national resistance, and the price of freedom. Through vivid accounts and rare documentation, Alex Alicea exposes the true events behind the Ponce Massacre, and honors the lives lost in Puerto Rico’s struggle for self determination.

 

 

  • ISBN-13   979-8344807683