Cape Verdean Solidarity in the PAIGC Liberation War

In the 1960s, the PAIGC (African Party for the Independence of Guinea and Cape Verde) initiated a liberation war against Portuguese colonial rule in Guinea-Bissau, drawing support from many Cape Verdeans. The movement's aim was to end the oppressive colonial regime and achieve independence for the people of Guinea-Bissau and Cape Verde. The PAIGC, led by key figures like Amilcar Cabral, utilized tactics such as guerilla warfare to challenge Portuguese dominance. The involvement of Cape Verdeans in the liberation war was significant, as it highlighted the unity and shared struggle of these closely linked communities in the fight for freedom and self-determination. Many Cape Verdeans joined the guerilla forces, contributing their skills and resources to the cause. The PAIGC-led liberation war in Guinea-Bissau marked a turning point in the struggle against Portuguese imperialism in the region and inspired movements for independence across Africa. The resilience and determination of the freedom fighters eventually led to the defeat of the Portuguese forces and the independence of Guinea-Bissau and Cape Verde. #PAIGC #IndependenceStruggle #CapeVerde #GuineaBissau #ColonialResistance