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Slaughter of the penitentiaries
In June 1986, a significant event known as the Matanza de los Penales occurred in Peru, which undermined efforts towards a democratic approach to counterinsurgency. This massacre diminished the credibility of peaceful alternatives and contributed to the polarization and escalation of the conflict, which was marked by severe human rights …
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Matanza de los Penales de 1986
In 1986, during the presidency of Alan García Pérez, a significant event known as the 'Matanza de los Penales' occurred, marking a turning point in the relationship between the executive power and the military high command in Peru. This event involved the killing of inmates in various prisons, highlighting the …
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The Matanza de los Penales in El Frontón
In 1986, a significant event known as the 'Matanza de los Penales' occurred at El Frontón prison in Peru. This event was part of a broader period of conflict involving the PCP-SL and the MRTA, where both groups were engaged in violent actions against the state and political figures. The …