Politics & Government

Colonel Francisco Caamaño Overthrows Triumvirate Leadership

Colonel Francisco Caamaño led a successful coup against the ruling triumvirate in the Dominican Republic, marking the beginning of a civil war. The triumvirate had come to power following the overthrow of democratically elected President Juan Bosch. The clash resulted in significant divisions within the military and society, as factions emerged to support various political ideologies, setting the stage for further conflict and instability in the region.

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