Augusta La Torre
Peruvian revolutionary (1946–1988) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Augusta Deyanira La Torre Carrasco (29 August 1946 – 14 November 1988), also known as Comrade Norah, was a Peruvian communist, recognized as the number two in command of Shining Path. La Torre's influence on her husband, Shining Path founder Abimael Guzmán, is credited with establishing equality for women with regard to participation within the revolutionary organization, and during its militant actions.[1]
In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is La Torre and the second or maternal family name is Carrasco.
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Born | (1946-08-29)29 August 1946 Huanta, Ayacucho, Peru |
Died | 14 November 1988(1988-11-14) (aged 42) Peru |
Political party | Shining Path |
Spouse | Abimael Guzmán |
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