Vera Vigevani Jarach, 'Partisan of Memory', Dies at 97
Vera Vigevani Jarach, a tireless advocate for truth and justice, passed away today in Buenos Aires at the age of 97. Known as a 'partisan of memory', she dedicated her life to sharing her story and seeking justice for her daughter and countless others who disappeared during Argentina's military dictatorship.
Born in Milan, Italy, Vera arrived in Argentina in the late 1930s to escape Italy's fascist racial laws. She worked as a journalist for the Buenos Aires ANSA office, focusing on culture. However, her life took a tragic turn in 1976 when her only daughter, Franca Jarach, was kidnapped and killed by the military dictatorship at just 18 years old.
Devastated, Vera became a driving force in the creation of the Mothers of Plaza de Mayo association. She tirelessly searched for her daughter and fought for justice, never allowing the memory of Franca and the other disappeared to fade. Vera believed that 'Never again' should be followed by 'Never again silence', ensuring that the tragedies of the past were not forgotten.
Vera's death was mourned by Taty Almeida, president of the Mothers of Plaza de Mayo Association, who praised her dedication to memory, truth, and justice. Vera's legacy lives on through the countless lives she touched and the change she brought about. She will be remembered as a beacon of hope and resilience in the face of unimaginable tragedy.
