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Higinio Morinigo Biography and Timeline

Follow Higinio Morinigo through 2 dated historical records for Paraguay.

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Higinio Morinigo, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

2Distinct records

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1940–1947Years on this page

1940

7 September 1940

President of Paraguay

President of Paraguay · Asuncion · Government / Government of Paraguay

Assumes power after Estigarribia dies in an aircraft crash.

Role range: 1940-1948 – 1940-1948

1947

March 1947

Civil War

President of Paraguay · Asuncion · Warfare / Paraguayan Civil War

Survives a civil war that consolidates Colorado Party military influence.

Role range: 1947-1947 – 1940-1948

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