"Red April" refers to a series of violent events that occurred in Peru during April 1983. This period was marked by the actions of the Shining Path, a Maoist guerrilla group that sought to overthrow the Peruvian government. The group engaged in brutal tactics, including assassinations and massacres, targeting both military personnel and civilians. The name "Red April" symbolizes the bloodshed and chaos that ensued during this time. The violence was part of a larger conflict known as the Peruvian Civil War, which lasted from the 1980s into the early 2000s, resulting in significant loss of life and widespread suffering across the country.