Gumersindo Torres
Gumersindo Torres was a prominent Venezuelan lawyer and politician, known for his significant role in the early 20th century in shaping the country's petroleum laws. His most notable contribution was the drafting of the 1920 oil law, which laid the groundwork for national control over Venezuela's oil resources, reflecting a growing sentiment of nationalism and the desire for sovereignty over natural resources. His work established a legal framework that would influence later nationalization efforts in the oil industry.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venezuela | 1 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 28,435,943 | 25,054 | $48,000 | 42$ |
| Totals | 1 | 28,435,943 | 25,054 | $48,000 | 42$ |
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Gumersindo Torres drafted the law of 1920 that laid the groundwork for the nationalization of the oil industry.
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