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Ricardo Adolfo de la Guardia Arango

1899 – 1969

President of Panama

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About Ricardo Adolfo de la Guardia Arango

Lived 1899 – 1969 (aged 70). Ricardo Adolfo de la Guardia Arango was a Panamanian politician.

Ricardo Adolfo de la Guardia Arango (14 March 1899 – 29 December 1969) was the 11th President of Panama from 9 October 1941 to 15 June 1945, during World War II. He also served as governor of Panamá Province from 1936 to 1938. His government was the first Latin American government to declare war on the Axis powers following the attack on Pearl Harbor, and he allowed the United States to lease military bases across the country.

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Important facts

Born

14 March 1899, Panama

Birth century

19th century

Died

29 December 1969, Panama

Occupation

Politician

Nationality

Panama

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Ricardo Adolfo de la Guardia Arango?

President of Panama (1899-1969)

When was Ricardo Adolfo de la Guardia Arango born?

Ricardo Adolfo de la Guardia Arango was born on 14 March 1899 in Panama.

When did Ricardo Adolfo de la Guardia Arango die?

Ricardo Adolfo de la Guardia Arango died on 29 December 1969 in Panama.

What was Ricardo Adolfo de la Guardia Arango's occupation?

Ricardo Adolfo de la Guardia Arango was a politician.

What nationality was Ricardo Adolfo de la Guardia Arango?

Ricardo Adolfo de la Guardia Arango was Panamanian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ricardo Adolfo de la Guardia Arango

· Wikidata: Q338961

· DBpedia: Ricardo Adolfo de la Guardia

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