Abimael Guzmán

Definition

Abimael Guzmán was the leader of the Shining Path, a Maoist guerrilla group in Peru. He led an insurgency against the Peruvian government from 1980 until his capture in 1992.

Related terms

Maoism: A political theory derived from the teachings of Chinese political leader Mao Zedong, emphasizing revolution, agrarian reform, and anti-imperialism.

Guerrilla warfare: A form of irregular warfare where small groups use military tactics like ambushes and raids to fight larger and less-mobile traditional military forces.

Shining Path: A radical communist party and terrorist organization in Peru that sought to overthrow the Peruvian government.