Romeo Lucas García
GuatemalapoliticianMale3.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Romeo Lucas García was the President of Guatemala from 1978 until 1982, a time marked by widespread human rights abuses and violence during the Guatemalan Civil War. His administration is often criticized for its authoritarian practices and the brutal repression of suspected insurgents, leading to the deaths and disappearances of thousands of citizens. He was the brother of Benedicto Lucas García, who is currently facing charges related to atrocities committed during Romeo's presidency.
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Romeo Lucas García was the president of Guatemala from 1978 to 1982.
Una evolución de 75 añosPrensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·Guatemala· 2026-08-01
Guatemala· 2026-08-01
Romeo Lucas García is mentioned as the brother of Manuel Benedicto Lucas García and a former president.
Tribunal otorga medidas sustitutivas al militar retirado Benedicto Lucas GarcíaPrensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·Guatemala· 2026-07-16
Guatemala· 2026-07-16
Romeo Lucas García was the president during the period of alleged genocide.
La CC anula juicio por genocidio contra Benedicto Lucas García y el proceso debe reiniciarsePrensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·Guatemala· 2025-06-25
Guatemala· 2025-06-25
