Gualberto Villarroel
Bolivian soldier and politician
Born
1908
117 years ago
Died
July 21st, 1946
78 years ago — 38 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Bolivia
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Served as the 45th President of Bolivia from 1943 to 1946. His presidency was marked by attempts to implement social reforms and improve conditions for the working class. Villarroel's government faced opposition and unrest, leading to his eventual overthrow. In the wake of political turmoil, his legacy remains a subject of analysis in Bolivian history.
Presidency of Bolivia from 1943 to 1946
Implementation of social reforms
Overthrow amid political unrest
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