Origins and Growth of the Federación Anarchista Uruguaya

The Federación Anarchista Uruguaya (FAU) was established in 1956 in Montevideo, drawing its strength from working-class roots, particularly in labor-heavy districts. This organization emphasized direct action over electoral strategies, advocating armed struggle in response to state oppression and economic hardship. The FAU stood in opposition to Marxist-Leninist ideologies, resisting bureaucratic control while maintaining a broader relevance despite the global rise of Bolshevism. The socio-economic challenges following World War II set the stage for significant unrest, exemplified by widespread worker strikes, which the FAU helped organize, fostering a united labor movement across various political factions.