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Zapatista Army

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

The Zapatista Army, also known as the EZLN (Zapatista National Liberation Army), is a revolutionary leftist group in Mexico that advocates for indigenous rights and social justice. They gained international attention in 1994 when they staged an armed uprising against the Mexican government.

AP course connection

Topic 3.5: 3.5 Nature and Role of Political Participation

Unit 3

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