María Josefa Ezcurra

María Josefa Ezcurra was a notable figure in early 19th-century Argentina, known for her tumultuous romance with the esteemed lawyer and politician Juan Manuel Belgrano. Born into a prosperous family of merchants, she defied social norms and familial expectations in pursuit of love, ultimately becoming a significant player in the socio-political landscape of her time. After enduring a disastrous marriage, she embraced her independence and sought a life with Belgrano amidst the backdrop of revolutionary upheaval. Despite her passionate beginnings, her later years were marred by association with the oppressive regime of Juan Manuel de Rosas, where she played a role in the infamous La Mazorca.