Vice Presidency
Barrientos becomes vice president after running with Paz Estenssoro.
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1964 in Bolivia
Explore 11 historical events and records for Bolivia in 1964.
Historical records for Bolivia in 1964
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August
Election
Paz Estenssoro wins re-election with Barrientos as his vice-presidential running mate.
November
President of Bolivia
Ovando begins his first period as co-president within the military junta.
President of Bolivia
Barrientos begins his first period as co-president within the military junta.
Coup
Paz Estenssoro is overthrown by military commanders Barrientos and Ovando.
Military Coup
Barrientos joins Ovando in the coup that removes Paz Estenssoro.
Military Coup
Ovando and Barrientos overthrow Paz Estenssoro and establish a military co-presidency.
Other events (month unknown)
Constitutional Amendment
Paz Estenssoro obtains a constitutional amendment permitting immediate presidential re-election.
Military Co-Presidency
Ovando governs jointly with Barrientos after the military coup.
Military Coup
Ovando helps topple Paz Estenssoro and end the MNR's continuous rule.
Third Presidential Term
Paz Estenssoro begins a third term before the armed forces overthrow him in November.
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