Jacobo Árbenz
Guatemalan politician and president
Born
September 14th, 1913
111 years ago
Died
January 27th, 1971
54 years ago — 57 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Guatemala
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A significant political figure in Guatemala, served as the 25th President from 1951 to 1954. Implemented agrarian reform aimed at redistributing land to improve economic conditions for the rural population. Oversaw policies that promoted education and healthcare, while also facing opposition from powerful landowners and the United States government. His presidency ended in a U.S.-backed coup, which led to the eventual long-term civil conflict in Guatemala.
Served as President of Guatemala
Implemented agrarian reform
Facilitated education and healthcare policies
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