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Somoza familyFamily that maintained political control of Nicaragua for more than 40 years. The dynasty's founder, Anastasio Somoza García (1896–1956), became head of Nicaragua's army in 1933 and, after deposing the elected president in 1936, ruled the country with a firm and grasping hand until he was assassinated. He was succeeded by his elder son, Luis Somoza Debayle (1922–67), and later by his younger son, Anastasio Somoza Debayle (1925–80), whose corrupt and brutal rule (1963–79) led to his overthrow by the Sandinistas. Somoza looted Nicaragua before fleeing the country; he was assassinated in Paraguay. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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marines early in the 20th century; support for the corrupt Somoza family dynasty of 1936 to 1979 (to quote U. Examples include: Bolivia during the reign of terror of General Banzer; Nicaragua during the Somoza family dictatorship; and El Salvador during its thirteen-year civil war. This town was known as ``the cradle of the insurrection'' for its role in the Sandinista revolution against the Somoza family dictatorship. |
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