Fidel Sánchez Hernández

Salvadoran general and president

Fidel Sánchez Hernández - Salvadoran general and president
Born

July 7th, 1917
108 years ago

Died

2003
22 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

El Salvador

Links & References

Served as a general in the Salvadoran military and held the position of President of El Salvador from 1967 to 1972. Focused on strengthening the military and preserving stability during a challenging period in the country's history. Contributed to military reforms and attempted to address tensions within the political landscape, emphasizing anti-communist policies.

Served as President of El Salvador from 1967 to 1972

Implemented military reforms during presidency

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