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Cigars

These are something Juan Pablo smokes. They represent Juan Pedro’s perfectionistic tendencies.

Fresh Bread

This is something made in the bakery Luisa uses to provide jobs to former paramilitaries or guerillas. It symbolizes a new start.

Military Acronyms

These are a type of shorthand used by the Army. They represent the technocratic, systems-oriented mindset of the armed services.

Mural of Che Guevara

This is a representation of an Argentine doctor and supporter of Castro in the Santander square at Nacional. It represents being free from tyranny.

Dark Features

The complexion and dark eyes of Ana Maria de Salva and Luisa reveal their heritage. This represents being outsiders in a Eurocentric world.

The Yemen War

This is a conflict between the Iranian-backed Houthi insurgents and the Saudi and American-backed Sunni military. It symbolizes a bad conflict like the ones in Iraq or Colombia.

Private Military Contractors

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