Definition
Emiliano Zapata (1879-1919) was a pivotal figure in the Mexican Revolution, advocating for agrarian reform and the rights of rural peasants. He led a powerful peasant army against the oppressive landowning class. His famous battle cry, "Tierra y Libertad" (Land and Liberty), symbolized his unwavering commitment to social justice. Zapata became an iconic symbol of resistance and the fight for equality. Think of him as a historic Robin Hood. He championed the rights of the marginalized. He remains a potent symbol of revolutionary ideals.