Conditions of the La Virtud Refugee Camp
Maximina describes the harsh conditions experienced in the refugee camp at La Virtud, Honduras.
Health
Death of a Brother
Alberto narrates how his older brother, who was mentally ill, died during a military operation.
Life in the Mesa Grande Refugee Camp
Élida explains how people were organized inside the Mesa Grande refugee camp in Honduras and describes her return to Arcatao.
Medical Care in the United States
Aníbal describes his trips to the United States to recieve medical care for his injured hands.
Reasons for Organizing
Margarita shares her views on the inequality, poverty, and exclusion that led rural Salvadorans to organize.
Recruitment of Minors
Marta remembers her recruitment by the guerrilla at age 14 and describes her work as a medical worker within the organization.
Role in the Guerrilla
Maximina explains her sister’s and her role in the guerrilla during the armed conflict.
The “May Guinda” as a Young Girl
Edith remembers experiencing the “May Guinda” as a young girl, including the difficulty of finding food and seeing wounded people all around her.
Work of a Healthcare Worker
Margarita describes her work as a nurse in the Rama Caida camp.