Rafael Serra

José Rafael Simón Agapito Serra y Montalvo (March 24, 1858 - October 24, 1909) was an Afro-Cuban intellectual who played a large role in supporting the Cuban War of Independence. He worked as a writer and editor for Spanish-language newspapers in the United States. He advocated for working class Cubans of color. He was a key figure in New York City, contributing to a larger movement for Cuban Independence happening across the United States. Provided by Wikipedia