Description: (Mapuche War Leader Who Led the Indigenous Chile Resistance Against the Spanish)
Lautaro, also known as Levtaru, was a prominent Mapuche leader who bravely led the indigenous resistance against Spanish conquest in Chile. Captured by Spanish forces in his youth, he escaped and honed his strategic skills, guiding Mapuche warriors to triumphs over the Spanish. Notably, he orchestrated the Battle of Tucapel, resulting in the chief conquistador's demise. Despite facing adversities like plague, drought, and famine, Lautaro persisted in fighting for the liberation of Central Chile until his eventual death in a Spanish ambush. Today, he is revered for his courageous spirit and unwavering defiance.