Its funny how one simple word, can change the whole meaning of a sentence. When I first read this quote, I thought that Ines was saying that the men were making the women build up the community. It gave me an impression that she was simply given a task to do. Then I looked up the definition of dogged. It means to have tenacity, show persistence and determination. Ines was actually feeling opposite that what I originally thought. She was determined and passionate about building up her community.
Her passion and determination reminds me of several women in history who exhibit these same characteristics for a cause they deem worthy. One of these examples is Joan of Arc during the French Revolution. She led the French armies to several victories, which led the way for Charles VII to become king. She is a French heroine.
Another example is Amelia Earhart. She was the first woman pilot to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. She broke several records and became instrumental in creating an organization for female pilots. She became a role model for every woman to strive to achieve her dreams.
These are just a couple of examples of women that through their passion and determination have made a difference in the world. Ines is another one of these women. Not only did she make a difference by building up the community for herself and all those that lived there, but she went on to save the city from an attack of the Mapuche Indians and helped to found Chile. If we are "dogged" determined, than any of us, man or woman, can build communities, reach our dreams, or even become heroes.
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