Andahuaylas uprising facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Andahuaylazo |
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| Part of the Internal conflict in Peru | |||||||||
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 Local supporters |
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 Alejandro Toledo Félix Murazzo José Williams |
 Antauro Humala Marco Vizcarra |
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| 300+ DINOES members | 160 reservists and ethnocacerists 1,000+ locals (3–4 Jan) |
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| 4 killed 5 wounded |
2 killed 9 wounded |
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The Andahuaylas uprising, also known as the Andahuaylazo, was a military takeover attempt in Peru. It happened in the city of Andahuaylas from January 1 to 4, 2005. A retired army major named Antauro Humala led about 160 former soldiers. They wanted the president, Alejandro Toledo, to resign. The uprising ended when Antauro Humala was captured and his followers gave up.
The rebels aimed to change how Peru was governed. They wanted a temporary government and a special assembly to write new rules. They believed this would improve life for everyone in Peru.
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Background
Who were the Humala brothers?
Ollanta Humala and Antauro Humala were brothers and army officers. They followed ideas called ethnocacerism, which came from their father, Isaac Humala. They first became known in 2000. They led an uprising in Locumba against President Alberto Fujimori.
They were arrested for their actions. But later, the Peruvian Congress decided to forgive them. This happened in December 2000, during a time when Peru had a temporary government.
Antauro Humala's opposition
Later, during President Alejandro Toledo's time in office, Ollanta Humala got new jobs. He worked as a military helper in Peru's embassies in France and South Korea.
Meanwhile, Antauro Humala strongly opposed President Toledo. He demanded that Toledo step down. Antauro also wrote articles criticizing the Peruvian Armed Forces. He claimed they were involved with a "Fujimorist mafia." Many people who believed in ethnocacerism supported his views.
By late 2004, the government knew about Antauro Humala's plans. Reports warned about his followers gathering in Andahuaylas. However, the Interior Minister at the time did not act on these warnings.
Timeline
Day 1: The takeover begins
On January 1, 2005, the main police station in Andahuaylas usually had 80 officers. But because of New Year's celebrations, only 10 officers were on duty.
At 4:25 AM, Antauro Humala and about 160 unarmed former soldiers entered the city. Many of these soldiers had fought in past conflicts. They quickly took over the police station. The few police officers there could not stop them. Some reports say there were actually about 300 rebels, with some hidden.
The rebels took many weapons from the station. These included 80 rifles, 4 shotguns, and many grenades and pistols. They also took two police cars. Antauro Humala claimed they controlled a large part of the city. Later that day, a small police group tried to get the station back. During this fight, 5 police officers and 2 rebels were hurt. The rebels also took 17 police officers and soldiers as hostages. They showed these hostages to the local people.
Day 2: Government responds
Early on January 2, 2005, the rebels attacked a police patrol car. Four police officers were killed in this attack.
President Toledo and his Interior Minister were on vacation. They had to return to Lima quickly to handle the situation. The government sent over 300 special police officers (DINOES) to Andahuaylas. They also declared a state of emergency, which meant special rules were in place. The government gave the rebels a deadline to surrender.
Day 3: Humala is arrested
On January 3, more than a thousand local people marched into the main square. Antauro Humala led them. People thought he might surrender, but he did not. Humala met with a police general to talk.
When Antauro Humala returned to the police station, a shooting happened. One rebel was killed, and two more were hurt. Two civilians were also injured. During negotiations for his surrender, Antauro Humala was arrested at the Andahuaylas Municipality.
Day 4: Uprising ends
After Antauro Humala's arrest, about 150 rebels went back to the police station. They received a letter from Humala telling them to put down their weapons. The rebels then surrendered to the local police.
Antauro Humala was sent to Piedras Gordas prison. He was later moved to other military prisons until he finished his sentence. This marked the end of the Andahuaylas uprising.
Images for kids
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The police station in Andahuaylas after the uprising.
See also
In Spanish: Andahuaylazo para niños
