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1979 in Bolivia

Explore 2 historical events and records for Bolivia in 1979.

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Historical records for Bolivia in 1979

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November

1 November 1979

Natusch Coup

Natusch Busch, Alberto · La Paz · General · Government / Government of Bolivia

Natusch launches a coup against the interim constitutional government.

16 November 1979

President of Bolivia

Gueiler Tejada, Lidia · La Paz · President of Bolivia · Government / Government of Bolivia

Gueiler becomes Bolivia's first female president after the failure of the Natusch coup.

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