Hugo Pesce

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Hugo Pesce was a doctor living in Lima, Peru circa the 1950's.[1][2]

He was an encouraging influence[2] on the young Ernesto "Che" Guevara during Guevara's trip around Latin America.[1] He is depicted in the film "Motorcycle Diaries."[2]

An influence on Pesce as well as Guevara, was a socialist named Mariategui, who spoke of the power of the indigenous natives and the potential they have to reclaim sovereignty of their land.

[edit] Notes

  1. ^ a b Lawrie, Ben; Karl Rees. "On the road with Che", Guardian, 2000-07-29. Retrieved on 2007-05-25. 
  2. ^ a b c The Motorcycle Diaries - text only. Channel4.com. Retrieved on 2007-05-25.