Luis Carlos Galán Sarmiento
Luis Carlos Galán Sarmiento was a prominent Colombian politician and presidential candidate, known for his efforts to combat drug trafficking and promote political reform in the late 20th century. He was assassinated in 1989, an event that highlighted the violent struggles within Colombian politics, especially concerning narcotrafficking.
Born on Jan 29, 1943 (82 years old)
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Colombia:
Luis Carlos Galán Sarmiento was a prominent political figure whose assassination interrupted Nydia Quintero's charity event.
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Colombia:
Luis Carlos Galán was assassinated on August 18, 1989, while campaigning for the presidency.
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Dominican Republic:
Luis Carlos Galán Sarmiento was one of the candidates assassinated during the violent political campaign of 1990.
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Panama:
Luis Carlos Galán Sarmiento was a Colombian politician assassinated during the 1990 presidential campaign.
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Honduras:
Luis Carlos Galán Sarmiento was one of the candidates assassinated during the violent political campaign of 1990.
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Peru:
Luis Carlos Galán Sarmiento was a candidate assassinated during the 1990 presidential campaign, which is referenced in the context of the current political violence.
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Peru:
Luis Carlos Galán Sarmiento was a presidential candidate assassinated in 1989, a case that had a significant impact on Colombian politics.
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Peru:
Luis Carlos Galán Sarmiento was a liberal candidate assassinated during a political rally in 1989.
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Uruguay:
Luis Carlos Galán Sarmiento was a candidate assassinated in 1989 during a violent political campaign.
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Panama:
Luis Carlos Galán Sarmiento was assassinated during a campaign event in 1989.
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