The Bogotazo: The Day That Broke Colombia

April 9, 1948: Bogotá explodes. The assassination of populist leader Jorge Eliécer Gaitán ignites a riot that kills thousands and reshapes Colombia's future. Lucas and Luna delve into Gaitán's rise as a voice for the poor, the mysterious circumstances of his murder, the chaos of the Bogotazo, and how this single event triggered La Violencia — a decades-long conflict that still echoes today. They explore the role of the Pan-American Conference, the political rivalries between Liberals and Conservatives, and the unanswered questions that haunt Colombia. A gripping story of hope, betrayal, and the fragile nature of peace.

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