Ernesto "Che" Guevara Biography and Timeline — Page 4

ELN Communique Number One

The guerrillas issue their first communiqué describing the opening clash with the Bolivian Army.

Role range: 1966-1967

April Ambush of Bolivian Troops

Guevara's force conducts another successful ambush against Bolivian troops during the early campaign.

Role range: 1966-1967

Message to the Tricontinental

Guevara's Message to the Tricontinental is published, calling for wider revolutionary struggle in the developing world.

Separation of Joaquin Detachment

Joaquín's detachment separates from Guevara's main group and the two forces are unable to reunite.

Role range: 1966-1967

Ambush at Florida

Guevara's guerrillas ambush Bolivian Army troops near Florida during the continuing campaign.

Role range: 1966-1967

Occupation of Samaipata

Guevara's guerrillas enter and briefly occupy Samaipata during an operation against government positions.

Role range: 1966-1967

Moncada Anniversary Address to Guerrillas

Guevara addresses his guerrilla force on the anniversary of the 1953 Moncada Barracks attack.

Occupation of Alto Seco

Guevara's diminished guerrilla force enters Alto Seco while attempting to evade pursuing Bolivian troops.

Role range: 1966-1967

Ambush at Quebrada de Batan

Guevara's guerrilla unit is ambushed by Bolivian Army forces near La Higuera.

Role range: 1966-1967

Final Bolivian Diary Entry

Guevara writes the final entry in his Bolivian diary one day before the battle in which he is captured.

Role range: 1966-1967