Carlos Castillo Armas
Carlos Castillo Armas was a Guatemalan military officer and politician who served as the country's president from 1954 until his assassination in 1957. His regime marked a significant period in Guatemalan history, characterized by political turmoil and U.S. intervention, ultimately culminating in his assassination while Carroll E. Mace was visiting the country.
Born on Jul 04, 1914 (110 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guatemala | 2 | 3.00 | 0.16% | +0% | 17,915,568 | 28,303 | $82,000 | 130$ |
| Spain | 1 | 3.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 25,369 | $1,400,000 | 760$ |
| Totals | 3 | 64,670,346 | 53,672 | $1,482,000 | 890$ |
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Spain:
Carlos Castillo Armas was a colonel who became a dictator in Guatemala after the coup against Árbenz.
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Guatemala:
Carlos Castillo Armas is noted for leading the military coup against Jacobo Árbenz.
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Guatemala:
Carlos Castillo Armas was the military leader behind the coup in 1954 that overthrew the government of Jacobo Árbenz.
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Guatemala:
Carlos Castillo Armas was the president of Guatemala who was assassinated while Carroll E. Mace was in Rabinal.
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