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1948 in El Salvador

Explore 2 historical events and records for El Salvador in 1948.

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Historical records for El Salvador in 1948

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December

Deposed in Coup

Castaneda, Salvador · San Salvador · Former President of El Salvador · Government / Republic of El Salvador

Castaneda Castro is overthrown by young military officers

Revolutionary Council Takes Power

Osorio, Oscar · San Salvador · Council Member · Government / Revolutionary Council of Government

Oscar Osorio becomes a leading figure in the Revolutionary Council of Government

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