Rafael Leónidas Trujillo
Rafael Leónidas Trujillo was a Dominican military general and politician who ruled the Dominican Republic as a dictator from 1930 until his assassination in 1961. His regime was marked by severe human rights abuses, including the suppression of political opposition and a notorious campaign of violence against perceived enemies, which left a lasting impact on Dominican society and politics.
Born on Oct 24, 1891 (134 years old)
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Dominican Republic:
María Feliz Luciano had a close relationship with Rafael Leonidas Trujillo, who was a friend of her father.
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Dominican Republic:
Rafael Leónidas Trujillo is mentioned as a dictator whose regime entrenched corrupt practices.
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Dominican Republic:
Rafael Leónidas Trujillo was a dictator during whose regime the Puente Juan Pablo Duarte was constructed.
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Uruguay:
Rafael Leónidas Trujillo ruled the Dominican Republic with an iron fist from 1930 until his assassination in 1961.
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Panama:
Rafael Leónidas Trujillo ruled the Dominican Republic with an iron fist.
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Dominican Republic:
Rafael Leónidas Trujillo was the dictator during whose regime the historic penitentiary complex was built.
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Dominican Republic:
Rafael Leónidas Trujillo was a dictator who oversaw the construction of the Centro Penitenciario La Victoria.
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Dominican Republic:
Rafael Leonidas Trujillo is referenced as the dictator after whom a hospital was named.
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Dominican Republic:
Rafael Leónidas Trujillo was a Dominican politician who came to power in 1930 and worked to regain control of customs from the United States.
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Colombia:
Vargas Llosa's next literary work will focus on the dictatorship of Rafael Leonidas Trujillo.
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