Waspam commemorates 95th anniversary of Adolfo Cockburn’s death

Authorities, community leaders, and families in Waspam, Nicaragua, held a commemorative ceremony to mark the 95th anniversary of the death of Brigadier General Adolfo Cockburn. The event took place at the Pitkira farm in the Bachilaya community, located within the Wangki Maya indigenous territory.

During the tribute, local officials highlighted Cockburn’s historical role as a patriot and revolutionary who fought for Nicaraguan sovereignty and independence. Donald Ingram, the municipal political secretary of Waspam, noted that Cockburn worked closely with General Augusto C. Sandino during Sandino’s movements through the Wangki and Waspam regions. Cockburn is remembered for his ability to communicate with and support the indigenous peoples of the Río Coco region.