Carlos Marighella
Brazilian author and political activist
Born
1911
115 years ago
Died
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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