Plaza de Mayo Hosts Vigil for Argentina's Disappeared
Why this is here: The vigil included fifty prominent figures from music, film, and journalism, demonstrating a broad cultural commitment to preserving the memory of those affected by the dictatorship.
A large vigil took place Monday in Plaza de Mayo to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the military coup. The event, called “Because Memory Doesn’t Pass Us By,” honored the 30,000 people who were detained and disappeared during the dictatorship. The vigil featured performances by musicians including Indio Solari, León Gieco, and Wos.
The event also included appearances by actors and filmmakers like Natalia Oreiro and Lucrecia Martel. Journalists and thinkers participated in discussions. Human rights organizations such as Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo and HIJOS supported the vigil.
Organizers expect a significant turnout for the march on March 24th. They say the event demonstrated continued demand for human rights and a strong generational shift in activism. The vigil concluded at midnight, preparing attendees for Tuesday’s march.