Humberto Ortega

Nicaraguan military leader

Humberto Ortega - Nicaraguan military leader
Born

1947
78 years ago

Died

September 30th, 2024
0 years ago — 77 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Nicaragua

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A military leader in Nicaragua, held significant influence during the Nicaraguan Revolution. Served as the commander of the Sandinista National Liberation Front. Played a key role in overthrowing the Somoza dictatorship in 1979. Oversaw military strategies and policies during the subsequent Sandinista government, shaping the country's political landscape in the 1980s.

Led the Sandinista National Liberation Front

Overthrew the Somoza regime in 1979

Served as the Minister of Defense

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