Historical Events tagged with "Lamarca"
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Politics & Government
Carlos Lamarca's Defection from Brazilian Army
January 25th, 1969 56 years ago
In a bold act of defiance, Captain Carlos Lamarca deserted the Brazilian Army, taking with him ten machine guns and 63 rifles. Disillusioned by the oppressive military dictatorship, Lamarca sought to fight against the regime's injustices. His departure marked the beginning of a significant guerrilla campaign against the authoritarian government and inspired many to join the resistance.
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