Historical Events tagged with "leftwing"
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Ezeiza Massacre: Peronists Under Fire
On June 20, 1973, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, a violent clash erupted at the Ezeiza airport as left-wing Peronists arrived to welcome the exiled former president Juan Domingo Perón. Snipers opened fire on the crowds, resulting in at least 13 fatalities and over 300 injuries. The incident was fueled by intense political rivalries and divisions among Peronist factions, reflecting the turbulent socio-political landscape of Argentina at the time. The massacre shocked the nation and led to further violence between rival political groups.
Continue ReadingGrigoris Lambrakis fatally attacked in Greece
Grigoris Lambrakis, a prominent Greek left-wing politician, was brutally clubbed on the head during a rally in Thessaloniki, five days prior to his death. The attack occurred within the politically charged atmosphere of post-war Greece, where leftist and rightist factions were in conflict. His assault galvanized leftist opposition to the ruling regime, drawing national and international attention to political violence in Greece. Lambrakis's leadership and activism made him a significant figure in advocating for peace and social justice.
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