3 February 1989CoupAndres Rodriguez
Leads the military coup that removes Alfredo Stroessner from power.
Historical records for Paraguay in 1989, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
Leads the military coup that removes Alfredo Stroessner from power.
Is overthrown in a military coup led by General Andres Rodriguez.
Is deposed and forced into exile in Brazil after the military coup.
Becomes president after the overthrow of Alfredo Stroessner.
Legalises opposition activity and begins dismantling parts of the Stroessner system.
Wins election for the remainder of the presidential term after the coup.
Wins election for the remainder of the presidential term after the coup.
General election outcome recorded for Andres Rodriguez: Wins election for the remainder of the presidential term after the coup.
Government context for this general election: Wins election for the remainder of the presidential term after the coup.
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