It Happened!
On August 18, 1989, a tragic event unfolded as the assassination of Luis Carlos Galán, a prominent Colombian political leader and presidential candidate, shook the nation. Galán, known for his fervent opposition to drug cartels and corruption, was gunned down during a political campaign rally in Colombia. This shocking act of violence highlighted the dangerous and complex challenges facing the country at that time, particularly the influence of drug trafficking organizations on political affairs. Galán's assassination marked a significant loss for Colombia and served as a stark reminder of the ongoing struggle for social and political reform in the face of powerful criminal elements.
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A mug shot taken by the regional Colombia control agency in Medellín in 1976.
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Luis Carlos Galán, Rodrigo Lara Bonila y Gabriela White de Vélez, líderes del Nuevo Liberalismo asesinados.
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