1975. The railroad networks is nationalized
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Nationalization of the railroad network
1975
1975. The railroad networks is nationalized |
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Left-wing guerrillas resurface
1974
1974-1975. Leftist guerrillas resurface and launch terrorist actions in an ambiance of increasing political tensions |
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Negotiations on a general pacification process
1973
Foreign ministers from Honduras and El Salvador decide to negotiate a general peace treaty. |
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Demilitarized zone
1970
A 3-km demilitarized zone along the common border of Honduras and El Salvador is established |
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Borderline conflict known as the War of the 100 Hours
1969
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A border rift considered as the War of 100 Hours. El Salvador invaded Honduras on July 14 and the cease-fire was declared on July 18. the OAE managed to put an end to the fighting on both sides. Some 1,100 Salvadorans are kicked out of Honduras. The cruel 100-hour conflict made a dent in the region’s common market as the Salvadoran industry plunged into a crisis. |
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Military regime headed by Lopez Arellano
1969
1969. A military regime, headed by Lopez Arellano, is established. During his term in office, the so-called Soccer War was launched against El Salvador. |
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Closing of the first Meeting of Central American Foreign Ministers
1965
The first Extraordinary Conference of Central American Foreign Ministers comes to an end |
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Military coup
1961
Colonel Portillo heads a coup on January 25 and sets up a civic and military regime |
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A Central American Common Market is established
1958
The Central American Development and Economic Organization is founded with a view to ease trade and economic integration for the region. |
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The Organization of Central American States is set up.
1951
The Organization of Central American States is founded in San Salvador |
