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The Shining Path and the Future of Peru

This report examines the threat to Peruvian stability posed by the guerrilla group Sendero Luminoso (the Shining Path), and the degree to which this problem has been compounded by economic and political crisis.

Jan 1, 1990
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The South Atlantic Crisis of 1982: Implications for Nuclear Crisis Management

This Note examines the course and management of the Falklands war and assesses its potential relevance to nuclear crises.

May 1, 1989
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U.S. and Soviet Relations with Argentina: Obstacles and Opportunities for the U.S. Army

Over the last two decades, Argentina has become the Soviet Union's largest trading partner in Latin America, a fact that some analysts fear signifies growing Soviet leverage in the so-called Southern Cone region of South America.

Jan 1, 1989
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The Mitrione Kidnapping in Uruguay

This study, originally completed in 1974, analyzes the kidnapping of Dan A. Mitrione, the Chief Public Safety Adviser at the American Embassy in Uruguay, on July 31, 1970, by members of the National Liberation Movement.

Jan 1, 1987
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The Revolutionary Left and Terrorist Violence in Chile

To provide an understanding of the current political situation in Chile, this Note reviews events leading up to the 1973 coup that established a military government there.

Jan 1, 1986
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Venezuela's Pursuit of Caribbean Basin Interests: Implications for United States National Security

Although considerable differences between the Caribbean Basin policies of the United States and Venezuela surfaced during the 1970s, congruent interests will continue to outweigh differences in the future.

Jan 1, 1985
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Colombia's Bold Gamble for Peace

Colombia's recent rash of kidnappings and terrorism has given rise to government efforts to put an end to the guerrilla warfare and political violence that have plagued the country for twenty years.

Dec 31, 1984
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The Great Depression and Industrialization in Colombia

Reviews growth of manufacturing sector in Colombia during the period 1930-45. There was a marked change in the pattern of industrial development after 1930. Relative to GNP, "nontraditional" manufacturing grew more rapidly than it had in the 1920s....

Dec 31, 1976
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South America: The Revolution Behind the Scenes

Describes fundamental changes in South America since World War II.

Jan 1, 1973
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Pirate Settlements, Housing Construction by Incremental Development, and Low Income Housing Policies in Bogota, Colombia

Examines the economic and social impact of the "pirate settlements" that house nearly half of Bogota's families. Unlike the squatters common throughout the poorer countries, pirate settlers acquire their land legally and then move onto the site and ...

Dec 31, 1972
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The Residential Movements of Low-Income Families: The Case of Bogota, Colombia

Examines the residential movements of the immigrant and native low-income families within the Bogota metropolitan area. The city center has lost its unique receiving function for immigrants. Low-income immigrants locate predominately in the illegal...

Dec 31, 1972
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The Determinants of Family Formation in Chile, 1960: An Econometric Study of Female Labor Force Participation, Marriage, and Fertility Decisions

Analysis of the interrelationships among women's labor force participation, marriage, and fertility decisions in Chile and how these choices are affected by economic factors and by other features of the woman's environment.

Jan 1, 1972
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Latin American Institutional Development: Changing Military Perspectives in Peru and Brazil

Analysis of ways in which the military forces of Peru and Brazil view the issues of national security and foreign policy. Since the mid-1960s, the military forces of both countries have radically transformed their political styles.

Jan 1, 1971
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Revolution from Within? Military Rule in Peru Since 1968.

Description of the evolution of changed military and political views in Peru, both theory and practice. This paper considers doctrines of the national war college and other Peruvian military schools. It analyzes the influence of guerrilla campaigns...

Jan 1, 1971
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Soldiers, Guerrillas, and Politics in Colombia

Analysis of the impact of prolonged guerrilla warfare on the Colombian military.

Dec 31, 1970
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Computing in South America : Some Observations and Policy Considerations for Aiding Technological Development.

A discussion of the state of computing in South America. Despite great diversity, the countries all lack really large computers, trained personnel, training opportunities, computer literature, and professional contact. While they still look eagerly...

Jan 1, 1970
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Rural-Urban Migration in Colombia

The greatest effect of Colombia's postwar population explosion has been a massive migration from rural to urban areas. Using a model, this study explores the causes of interregional migration. Massive interregional shifts of population are a dynami...

Dec 31, 1969
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Supply Response in the Colombian Coffee Sector

Formulates an econometric model of the supply of Colombian coffee to use in estimating how the coffee industry would respond to price incentives to lower production.

Jan 1, 1969
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Internal Migration: A Quantitative Study of Rural-Urban Migration in Colombia

A study of Colombia's increasing internal migration, with the use of a model to indicate migratory response to economic, demographic, and political developments in the urban and rural sectors. Responding strongly to urban market forces and populatio...

Dec 31, 1968
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Population Growth and Internal Migration in Colombia

An analysis of Colombia's population explosion and increased internal migration. In recent years, Colombia has experienced one of the world's most rapid population growth rates and an unprecedented migration from rural to urban areas.

Dec 31, 1968

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