Deusdedit Marrero

Released
Gender:Male
Race:Hispanic
Era:1950s
State:Puerto Rico
Support
Puerto Rican Independence Communism
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Biography

Deusdedit Marrero was a Puerto Rican Communist and independence figure convicted under Puerto Rico's 'Gag Law' (Law 53) of advocating the overthrow of the insular government. He was held in the Arecibo jail and, supporters reported, denied his mail and reading material.

Case

Charges: Puerto Rico 'Gag Law' (Law 53) — advocating the overthrow of the insular government.
Sentence: Several years (reported 4–6, up to 6–12); held at Arecibo. Verdict as recorded: Convicted; held pending appeal.
Convicted: Yes

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