The President of Cuba has reignited a pivotal phrase from the nation’s revolutionary history, invoking Commander Juan Almeida Bosque’s iconic declaration, “Here, no one surrenders.” This statement, originally proclaimed during the critical battle of December 5, 1956, was highlighted on social media as a continuing emblem of the Cuban Revolution’s enduring spirit and resilience.
The historical context of this slogan traces back to the landing of the Granma yacht on December 2, 1956, near Playas Las Coloradas in eastern Cuba. The expeditionaries, led by Fidel Castro, faced their first major combat just three days later at Alegría de Pío. This initial engagement, though resulting in a tactical defeat and the dispersal of revolutionary forces, proved to be a formative experience. Despite the setback, the core leaders of the Rebel Army regrouped within two weeks, demonstrating the unwavering determination that would eventually lead to their ultimate success. The president’s commemoration serves to connect Cuba’s present-day political identity with its foundational struggles, reinforcing revolutionary values for a contemporary audience.