The Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC)

The Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) was a guerrilla group founded in 1964 as a communist insurgency aiming to challenge the Colombian government. They engaged in armed conflict, kidnapping, and illegal drug trafficking to fund their operations, seeking land reform and social justice. Over decades, FARC was involved in a prolonged conflict with the government, causing widespread violence. In 2016, they signed a peace agreement, transforming into a political party. Their history underscores complex issues of inequality, governance, and conflict resolution in Colombia.