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Marco Antonio Yon SosaGuatemalan revolutionary
Date of Birth: 17.09.1929
Country:  Guatemala |
Content:
- Guatemalan Revolutionary
- Early Life and Training
- Military Uprising and Founding of MR-13
- Leadership of MR-13
- Assassination in Chiapas
- Legacy
Guatemalan Revolutionary
Jon Sosa was a revolutionary figure from Guatemala who played a pivotal role in the formation and leadership of the Revolutionary Movement of November 13 (MR-13).
Early Life and Training
Sosa received training at the notorious "School of the Americas," a military institution with a history of training Latin American military officers.
Military Uprising and Founding of MR-13
On November 13, 1960, Sosa participated in a military uprising against the Guatemalan president. Following the uprising's failure, he went into hiding and joined forces with Luis Turcios Lima to establish the MR-13.
Leadership of MR-13
Under Sosa's leadership, the MR-13 embraced Maoist ideology, advocating for a socialist revolution in Guatemala. He played an influential role in shaping the group's political and military strategy.
Assassination in Chiapas
Sosa met a tragic end when he was killed by Mexican military forces in the Chiapas region of Mexico. The exact circumstances of his death remain unclear.
Legacy
Jon Sosa's leadership and ideological influence left an enduring mark on the Guatemalan revolutionary movement. His contributions to the MR-13 and his commitment to social change continue to inspire activists and revolutionaries alike.
