1984
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Massacres in the Province of La Mar
In 1984, the PCP-SL (Shining Path) increased their violent activities in the province of La Mar, targeting both local authorities and civilians. On May 9, they attacked the village of Paiccas, killing 21 villagers. Subsequent attacks in June resulted in the deaths of numerous other villagers, including 22 executed in …
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Military Repression and Sendero Luminoso Activities in Huanta and La Mar
In 1983, the Peruvian military took control of the Huanta and La Mar provinces, leading to significant tension with local campesinos. The military's attempts to organize the population into Civil Defense Committees were met with resistance, and their repressive actions inadvertently increased support for the Communist Party of Peru - …
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Beginning of ELN actions in La Mar
In September 1965, the National Liberation Army (ELN) initiated actions in the province of La Mar, in Ayacucho. This was a new insurrectional attempt by the ELN, following previous guerrilla attempts in 1961-1963. The ELN guerrilla movement in this area was part of the second wave of guerrilla actions in …
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Guerrilla del Ejército de Liberación Nacional (ELN) de 1965
In 1965, the Ejército de Liberación Nacional (ELN) guerrilla movement took place in the province of La Mar, Peru. This event is remembered for the assassination of the Carrillo brothers, owners of the Chapi estate, and the subsequent violent incursion by the Guardia Civil, which involved repression, torture, and killings …