Filomena Valenzuela Goyenechea
Chilean soldier
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Lieutenant Filomena Valenzuela Goyenechea (c. 1848–1924) was a Chilean soldier (originally from Copiapó), known as La Madrecita.[1] Originally a cantinière, she came to participate directly in combat in the Battle of Pisagua, Battle of Dolores and Battle of Los Ángeles during the War of the Pacific.[2][3] she was also known to nurse and care for sick and injured soldiers.[2][3]
Due to her performance in battle, she was promoted to the rank of second lieutenant.[2]
