Manuel Marulanda

Manuel Marulanda was a Colombian guerrilla leader who co-founded and led the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC), a communist guerrilla group fighting against the Colombian government. Born in 1930, he aimed to address social inequalities through armed resistance, seeking to implement socialist ideals. Marulanda played a central role in the long-running conflict, which involved kidnappings, drug trafficking, and violence. He remained a key figure in FARC for decades, guiding its strategies until his death in 2008. His leadership significantly shaped Colombia's internal conflict and peace efforts in the country.