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1957 in Colombia

Explore 2 historical events and records for Colombia in 1957.

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Historical records for Colombia in 1957

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May

10 May 1957

Election

Rojas Gustavo, Gustavo · President of Colombia · Government / Government of Colombia

Forced into exile by the army after refusing to allow an election

10 May 1957

Exile of Gustavo Rojas Gustavo

Rojas Gustavo, Gustavo · President of Colombia · Government / Government of Colombia

Forced into exile by the army after refusing to allow an election

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