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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Venezuela:
Galán was a leader of the Nuevo Liberalismo who was assassinated in 1989, representing hope for a drug-free Colombia.
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Colombia:
Luis Carlos Galán Sarmiento was a presidential candidate whose life was claimed by political violence.
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Colombia:
Luis Carlos Galán Sarmiento was a presidential candidate who was assassinated in 1989 and is buried in the Central Cemetery.
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Spain:
Luis Carlos Galán was a presidential candidate assassinated in 1989 by hitmen of Pablo Escobar.
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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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