Complete database of events related to the internal armed conflict in Peru, extracted from the Final Report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (CVR). 5,159 events documented from 1817 to 2003.
In 1995, the PCP-SL (Shining Path) retreated towards the Ene region in Peru, leading to a temporary sense of tranquility in the area. However, the threat of PCP-SL persisted, prompting local communities to continue vigilance. The region, historically inhabited by the Asháninka and Nomatsiguenga peoples, faced significant challenges due to …
In 1980, the Peruvian government initiated the 'Paraíso Terrenal' colonization plan, leading to the migration of various groups into the Apurímac forest. This period saw increased conflict in the central jungle region, with the presence of insurgent groups such as the MRTA and PCP-SL. The local communities, including native Asháninkas …
In 1965, the Central Jungle of Peru, particularly the regions of Chanchamayo and Satipo, witnessed the presence of guerrillas from the Movimiento de Izquierda Revolucionaria (MIR). This period was marked by significant conflict as the guerrillas used the area for their activities. The presence of these groups contributed to the …
The colonization of the Alto Huallaga region was intensified in the 1950s and 1960s, driven by state-led projects and spontaneous migration from the Andean regions. In 1964, the Peruvian government under President Belaunde launched an official colonization program, identifying large tracts of land for agricultural use. Despite initial successes in …
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