Where was Policarpa Salavarrieta born?
Guaduas, New Granada
When did Policarpa Salavarrieta die?
November 14, 1817
What is Policarpa Salavarrieta nationality?
Colombian
What is Policarpa Salavarrieta's occupation?
Seamstress and spy
Short Biography
Policarpa Salavarrieta (c. 1795 – 14 November 1817), also known as "La Pola, " was a Neogranadine seamstress who spied for the Revolutionary Forces during the Spanish Reconquista of the Viceroyalty of New Granada. She was captured by Spanish Royalists and ultimately executed for high treason. She is now considered a heroine of the independence of Colombia.