About Rafael Samudio
Lived 1932 – 2025 (aged 93). Rafael Samudio was a Colombian military personnel.
Rafael Samudio Molina (3 January 1932 – 11 June 2025) was a Colombian military officer and politician. He served as Minister of National Defense from 1986 to 1988.
Samudio was one of the leaders of the retake of the Palace of Justice after the siege by 19th of April Movement in 1989.
Samudio died in Bogotá on 11 June 2025, at the age of 93.
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Who was Rafael Samudio?
Colombian military personnel
When was Rafael Samudio born?
Rafael Samudio was born on 3 January 1932.
When did Rafael Samudio die?
Rafael Samudio died on 11 June 2025.
What was Rafael Samudio's occupation?
Rafael Samudio was a military personnel.
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Rafael Samudio was Colombian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Rafael Samudio. https://biography.guide/rafael-samudio/
MLA: "Rafael Samudio." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/rafael-samudio/.
Chicago: "Rafael Samudio." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/rafael-samudio/.
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