Agustina Rivas - Tina Bazuca

Agustina Rivas Ramos, known as Tina Bazuca, was a Dominican combatant who participated in the 1965 Dominican Civil War. She was part of the constitutionalist forces during the conflict.

Participation in the April War

The 1965 Dominican Civil War was a conflict aimed at defending national sovereignty and restoring constitutional order after President Juan Bosch was overthrown.

Sources indicate that Tina Bazuca took part in the conflict alongside other women and young people who joined armed groups. She was associated with the Poasi Command and participated in combat operations in areas of Santo Domingo, including Borojol, Guachupita, and locations near the Duarte Bridge.

Some sources attribute to her the use of weapons such as rifles and bazookas, which is believed to be the origin of her nickname.