FALN

FALN (Fuerzas Armadas de Liberación Nacional) was a Puerto Rican militant organization active mainly in the 1970s and 1980s. They sought Puerto Rican independence from the United States and used tactics like bombings to draw attention to their cause. While they aimed for liberation, their violent methods caused widespread fear and legal actions against them. Over time, many members received prison sentences, but some also eventually sought and received presidential clemency. The group’s activities remain a significant part of Puerto Rican political history, illustrating the complex struggle for autonomy and the differing approaches to achieving political goals.