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The Origins Of The Columbian Group FARC

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The Columbian group FARC started in the 60s with Manuel Marulanda and Jacobo Arenas. However, its origins can trace back to the civil war when the members of the Columbian Communist Party were dissatisfied with the government. Eventually, when communities were being built. In Marquetalia, Tolima Marulanda built his community. In 1964 it was attacked by the military, which eventually lead to guerrilla warfare. Those who fought back eventually named themselves FARC. After FARC was formed it would provide services to the communities that belonged to them, such as medical services and education. In addition to that, it would also train people for the militia and carry out guerrilla attacks. However, nothing is free and it needed funding. In order

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