Buenaventura Durruti
1896 - 1936
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Quotes
Biography
Buenaventura Durruti (1896-1936) was a Spanish anarchist and revolutionary, known for his prominent role in the Spanish Civil War. He was a key figure in the Confederación Nacional del Trabajo (CNT), one of the most influential anarchist organizations in Spain. Durruti led the armed struggle against the fascists and advocated for the social revolution, aiming to create a society based on libertarian communism. His bravery and charisma made him a legendary figure in the anarchist movement, inspiring many with his dedication to the cause.
Famous Quotes (5)
1
We are not in the least afraid of ruins. We are going to inherit the earth; there is not the slightest doubt about that. The bourgeoisie might blast and ruin its own world before it leaves the stage of history. We carry a new world here, in our hearts. That world is growing in this minute.
2
The revolution only counts days of success. The rest, those that are defeated, are forgotten. It is only on the triumphs of revolution that a calendar can be drawn up and it is always to this calendar that we refer.
3
You have to act as if it were possible to radically transform the world. And you have to do it all the time.
4
Would you exchange the labor of millions for an armchair? How many women's hands have sewed rags for you? Well, then: what is your armchair worth, when compared with all those rags?
5
The bourgeoisie might blast and ruin its world before it leaves the stage of history. But we carry a new world in our hearts, and that world is growing this minute.