What happened on a day like today? January 1st brings together crucial milestones in Peruvian history politically, culturally, technologically and socially. In 1535 an agreement was reached between Alvarado, Pizarro and Almagro consolidated the Spanish conquest.
It appeared in 1791 The Peruvian MercuryKey publication of the Viceregal Enlightenment. In 1878 the Telegraph handed over to state control and increased national integration.
The date also commemorates era-defining deaths, such as that of the radio actress Lucy Smith in 1950 and that of the businessman Luis Banchero Rossi in 1972. In 1982, Javier Perez de Cuellar took over the General Secretariat of the United Nations.
Besides, they were born Paolo Guerrero In 1984, tragic and political events occurred such as the death of Sandro Baylon in 2000 and the Andahuaylazo in 2005.
On January 1, 1535, a decisive agreement was signed in Lima Conquest of Peru. After arriving with ships and soldiers from Central America, Pedro de Alvarado agreed to send his expedition there Francisco Pizarro and Diego de Almagro.
The negotiations made it possible to avoid an armed confrontation over territory and resources. in exchange for compensation in gold and land. The pact allowed Pizarro to strengthen his military and political position, neutralize an influential rival and ensure the continuity of the Spanish campaign.
The document sealed a strategic alliance this cemented Hispanic dominance in the region in Andean South America.
He Peruvian Mercury It was a bi-weekly newspaper founded in Lima in 1791 by members of the Society of Lovers of the Land, including Hipólito Unanue, José Baquíjano and José Rossi y Rubí, in the midst of the Enlightenment.
It circulated until 1795 and became the most influential publication of the Viceroyalty of Peru. It spread liberal ideas, news and reflections that reached beyond the borders of Latin America. Its 411 editions showed enlightened thinking and commentary Lima, Quito and Havana and debated regional identity.
It wanted to advertise with its pages a geographical and social awareness of the Peruvian territory. Later, under the Republic, publications of the same name appeared in other formats and at other times.
On January 1, 1878, the Peruvian state declared the Telegraph as a national serviceand finally takes over its control and administration. The measure consolidated a process that had begun decades earlier after failed experiences with private concessions and previous nationalization.
Since installing The first lines between Lima and Callao in 1854the telegraph had expanded unevenly.
With this decision The government integrated a network spanning more than 2,500 kilometersStrengthening communication between regions, streamlining public administration and contributing to the country’s economic and administrative development.
Lucy Smithborn in Bolivia and raised in Peru, was one of the most popular voices on radio in the 1940s and stood out in musicals and radio soap operas as a child.
His upward career was cut short January 1, 1950 after a heated argument with his partner at a party New Year in San Isidro. After the discussion, the artist got into a vehicle with her boyfriend and a driver; Shortly afterwards he fell out of the moving car and suffered fatal injuries.
The official versions They reported an accident while attempting to descendalthough rumors of suicide attempts and allegations of extreme jealousy arose. Despite media attention, no culprits have been prosecuted for his death, which remains shrouded in mystery and evoked in tributes and popular songs.
Luis Banchero Rossi He was a well-known Peruvian businessman born in Tacna in 1929 who transformed the country’s fishmeal and fish oil industries and founded a huge commercial center with dozens of factories and hundreds of ships. A chemical engineer by training, he diversified his activities into areas such as mining, aviation, media and football, and founded newspapers such as post And Eye.
In 1968 he was elected president National Fisheries Society and promoted scientific research and social projects related to the industry.
He January 1, 1972 He was murdered in his country home in Chaclacayo, an event that shocked Peruvian society and remains one of the most notorious crimes in the country’s economic history.
Javier Perez de Cuellar On January 1, 1982, he took over as Secretary-General of the United Nations, becoming the first Latin American to lead the international organization.
He was successful as a career diplomat Kurt Waldheim and he was the fifth to hold this position. His leadership was characterized by careful and constant diplomacy aimed at mediation and dialogue in contexts of high international tensions.
During his two terms in office, which lasted until 1991, he intervened in conflicts such as: the war between Iran and Iraq, the Falklands crisisthe situation in Afghanistan and the release of hostages in Lebanon. His no-nonsense negotiating style cemented the legacy of seeking consensus and strengthening multilateralism.
Paolo Guerrero, born January 1, 1984 in Lima, is a Peruvian striker considered one of the best of his generation. He made his professional debut in Bayern Munich and built a distinguished career in Europe and South America, with stints at clubs such as Hamburg, Corinthians, Flamengo and Internationalamong other things, and is currently playing in Lima Alliance.
With more than 128 games and 40 goals, he is the top scorer in the history of the Peruvian team and a central figure in several editions of the Copa América, reached second place and was the tournament’s top scorer.
His individual achievements include continental recognition and a solid international presence, making him a recognized star Peruvian football icon.
Sandro Paulo Baylon Capcha He was a Peruvian footballer, born on April 11, 1977, trained in the minor divisions of Alianza Lima and nephew of the also active player Julio Baylón.
He was a member of and contributed to the Victorian club’s first team with notable performances 1997 national title and stand out in subsequent campaigns. He was captain of the U23 team and was considered a young man with an outstanding personality both in Peru and abroad.
His career and life were cut short. in the early morning of January 1, 2000 when he died at the age of 22 in a traffic accident on the Costa Verde when his vehicle crashed into a pole, which deeply affected Alliance fans and Peruvian football.
On January 1, 2005, something happened in the city Andahuaylasin Apurimac, one of the most memorable military uprisings in the country’s recent history.
A group of reservists led by a retired major Antauro Humala stormed the local police station, taking advantage of the New Year holidays and the low police presence to challenge the government Alejandro Toledo and demand his resignation.
The operation included the capture of weapons and personnel and has been extended until January 4ththe day law enforcement regained control and Humala was arrested. The confrontation left several dead and injured among police and rebels and marked a key episode in the country’s political-military tensions.
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