Operation Chavín de Huántar

Timeline Events 2

• April 1, 1997

  End of the Japanese Embassy Hostage Crisis

  The Japanese Embassy hostage crisis, which began in December 1996, reached its conclusion in April 1997. The crisis ended with a military operation known as Operation Chavín de Huántar, which resulted in the deaths of several hostages and members of the insurgent group. The operation was a significant event in …

  Lima, Peru Chunk 5621.0

  #hostage crisis #Japanese Embassy #Operation Chavín de Huántar #Peru #political violence
• April 22, 1997

  Operation Chavín de Huántar

  Operation Chavín de Huántar was a successful military operation carried out on April 22, 1997, to rescue hostages held by the MRTA at the Japanese ambassador's residence in Peru. The operation marked a significant achievement for the Peruvian government, enhancing its prestige. However, the credit for the success was contested …

  Residence of the Japanese ambassador, Peru página 732

  #Operation Chavín de Huántar #mrta #hostages #Peru #fujimori #Hermoza Ríos