Enrique Bermúdez
Nicaraguan lieutenant and engineer
Served as a prominent figure in the Nicaraguan Contra movement during the 1980s. Graduated from the Nicaraguan Military Academy and held various military positions. Played a key role in organizing and leading the Contra forces against the Sandinista government. After the conflict, pursued an engineering career and held influential positions in opposition to the Sandinista policies. Died in 1991.
Led Contra forces in the Nicaraguan Civil War
Received training from the United States military
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Byzantine Emperor during decline
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June 18th, 1332 693 years ago
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February 16th, 1391 634 years ago — 58 years old
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1936 90 years ago
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