Historical Events tagged with "fernando romeo lucas garcia"

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Politics & Government

General Efraín Ríos Montt Overthrows Government

March 23rd, 1982 42 years ago

General Efraín Ríos Montt led a military coup against the Guatemalan government headed by Fernando Romeo Lucas García. This event marked a significant shift in power dynamics within the country as Ríos Montt sought to implement a right-wing authoritarian regime. The coup was largely orchestrated due to widespread dissatisfaction with Lucas García's presidency and the increasing violence from leftist guerrilla groups. The takeover occurred in Guatemala City, which became the focal point of this power struggle and set the stage for future military governance in the region.

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