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 the aftermath of the internal conflict in Peru, communities in Ayacucho experienced heightened levels of distrust and fear among neighbors and outsiders. This pervasive suspicion hindered interpersonal relationships and significantly slowed down efforts towards community reconstruction and recovery. The legacy of the conflict left deep psychological scars, with many …
During the period of violence in Peru, communities faced significant challenges from the actions of the PCP-SL. Some communities effectively defended themselves, fostering a sense of pride and dignity, while others experienced guilt and shame for their inability to do so. After the peak of violence, these communities focused on …
In 1994, displaced communities in Satipo, Peru, began returning to their homes after being forced to leave due to subversive violence. The returning families faced the challenge of rebuilding their lives and communities, which had been destroyed by the conflict. With support from organizations like World Vision and the Truth …
On 21 May 1950, a magnitude 7 earthquake on the Mercalli scale struck Cuzco, Peru, causing widespread destruction. The subsequent reconstruction efforts, which took nearly a decade, led to significant urban modernization, including the demolition of colonial buildings and the expansion of infrastructure. This period also saw the establishment of …
In 1950, a devastating earthquake struck Cuzco, Peru, leading to the creation of the Corporación de Reconstrucción y Fomento (CRYF). This organization spearheaded the reconstruction and urban modernization of Cuzco, transforming it into a bourgeoning tourist city. The modernization efforts included the expansion of the local university and the development …
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