Joaquín Balaguer
Joaquín Balaguer was a prominent Dominican politician and statesman who served as President of the Dominican Republic for several terms during the mid-20th century. His administration saw significant infrastructure developments, including the inauguration of the Aeropuerto Internacional de Las Américas in 1969, a key facility for the country's connectivity and economic growth. Balaguer's political career was marked by his influence on Dominican politics, often characterized by his authoritarian tendencies and close ties with the United States during the Cold War.
Born on Sep 01, 1906 (120 years old)
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Dominican Republic:
Yael Fermín mentioned she came to buy the book 'Los Carpinteros' by Joaquín Balaguer.
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Dominican Republic:
Joaquín Balaguer was a prominent figure in the Trujillo regime and won the elections following the coup against Juan Bosch.
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Dominican Republic:
Joaquín Balaguer was the president who issued the decree that established the security services at the airport.
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Dominican Republic:
Joaquín Balaguer was the president during the prolonged government known as the 'doce años'.
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Dominican Republic:
Joaquín Balaguer was a politician and contemporary of Emilio Rodríguez Demorizi.
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Dominican Republic:
Joaquín Balaguer is referred to as the 'Maestro del Poder' and is noted for his significant political influence in the Dominican Republic.
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Dominican Republic:
Joaquín Balaguer was a lawyer, diplomat, Secretary of Education, Chancellor, and Secretary of the Presidency.
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Dominican Republic:
Joaquín Balaguer was the president of the Dominican Republic who called Pérez Reyes to work in his government.
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Dominican Republic:
Joaquín Balaguer was mentioned in the context of a financial transaction related to the Centrobasquet of 1975.
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Dominican Republic:
Joaquín Balaguer was the president during the time when Radio Comercial faced several confrontations with the authorities.
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