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1940 in Paraguay

Explore 2 historical events and records for Paraguay in 1940.

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Historical records for Paraguay in 1940

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July

July 1940

Constitution

Estigarribia, Jose Felix · Asuncion · President of Paraguay · Government / Government of Paraguay

Promulgates a constitution that strengthens executive authority.

September

7 September 1940

President of Paraguay

Morinigo, Higinio · Asuncion · President of Paraguay · Government / Government of Paraguay

Assumes power after Estigarribia dies in an aircraft crash.

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