Bastoneras del eugenio espejo biography

Eugenio Espejo () was an Ecuadorian writer, lawyer, and physician, best known for starting the independence movement in Quito.

Bastoneras del eugenio espejo biography

His full name was Francisco Javier Eugenio de Santa Cruz y Espejo.

He was born in Quito on February 21, and his parents were Luis Chuzig, a Quechua Indian; and María Catalina Aldás, a mulatto from a freed slave. He also had a sister, Manuela Espejo, who was also a prominent journalist, feminist, nurse, and revolutionary.

The origin of the family was characterized by its miscegenation and this was demonstrated by the use of names.

The surname «Espejo» was later used by his father and the name «Santa Cruz» was adopted from his religious belief. However, popular thought claims that Espejo&#;s real last name is a secret.

The use of these surnames was the gateway that his parents took to be able to enroll him in one of the most important schools in Quito: the San Luis school.

Biography

early years

Espejo&#;s humble origins led him to develop his child