Juan de la Barrera
Juan de la Barrera | |
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Juan De La Barrera, Lieutenant in the Mexican Army, died for Mexico at the age of 19 in the defense of Battle of Chapultepec against the Americans on September 13, 1847. | |
| Born | June 26, 1828 Mexico City, Federal District |
| Died | September 13, 1847 (aged 19) Mexico City |
| Allegiance | Mexico |
| Branch | Mexican Army |
| Rank | Lieutenant |
| Unit | Heroic Military Academy |
| Battles / wars | Mexican–American War |
| Awards | Medal of honor for the defenders of the Battle of Chapultepec |
Juan de la Barrera (Mexico City, June 26, 1828 – Mexico City, September 13, 1847) was a Mexican cadet who lived during the 19th century and Boy Hero.
In 1841, he entered the Heroic Military Academy. He died during the Battle of Chapultepec, fought during the Mexican–American War. He is one of the six cadets now known as the Niños Héroes (Boy Heroes), revered for their bravery in defending Mexico during the brutal American invasion. Their sacrifice remains a symbol of national pride.