Carlos Marighella

Brazilian author and political activist

Carlos Marighella - Brazilian author and political activist
Born

1911
114 years ago

Died

November 4th, 1969
55 years ago — 58 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

Brazil

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An influential figure in Brazilian politics and literature, engaged in anti-government activities during the military dictatorship in Brazil. Authored 'Mini-Manual of the Urban Guerrilla,' which outlined strategies for urban guerrilla warfare. Focused on organizing and mobilizing resistance against oppressive regimes, and emphasized the importance of armed struggle in revolutionary movements. Worked with various leftist organizations and had a significant role in the resistance during a period of severe political repression.

Authored 'Mini-Manual of the Urban Guerrilla'

Organized resistance against Brazilian military dictatorship

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