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1979 in Ecuador

Explore 3 historical events and records for Ecuador in 1979.

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Historical records for Ecuador in 1979

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February

24 February 1979

President of Ecuador

Aguilera, Jaime Roldos · President of Ecuador · Government / Government of Ecuador

Appointed President of Ecuador

August

10 August 1979

President of Ecuador

Roldos Aguilera, Jaime · Quito · President of Ecuador · Government / Government of Ecuador

Appointed President of Ecuador after the return to civilian rule

Other events (month unknown)

1979

Civilian Democracy Returns To Ecuador

Jaime Roldos Aguilera · Quito · President of Ecuador · Government / Government of Ecuador

Jaime Roldos Aguilera took office after an electoral transition that ended years of military rule.

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