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Independence & Modern Algeria
Ali La Pointe
War of Independence
RevolutionariesBattle of Algiers (1956–1957)Algiers
He was killed with comrades in October 1957 when French paratroopers blew up his Casbah safehouse.
Historical significance
He embodies the urban resistance and popular base of the FLN at the heart of the capital.
Their story
From the working-class streets of Algiers, Ali Ammar — "Ali La Pointe" — rose to lead urban operations of the FLN in the Casbah, becoming one of the iconic faces of the Battle of Algiers.
Did you know?
He was killed with comrades in October 1957 when French paratroopers blew up his Casbah safehouse.