Historia de Colombia: Dictadura militar de Gustavo Rojas Pinilla

Summary

In 1953, Colombia's political crisis led to a military coup, bringing General Gustavo Rojas Pinilla to power. His initial success in promoting peace and amnesty for guerrillas earned him popular support, but his later authoritarian measures, such as political censorship and attempts to create a third political force, sparked opposition. Despite his early promise, increasing violence, government failures, and growing frustrations led to his resignation in 1957. His downfall marked the end of his authoritarian rule, which ultimately paved the way for the reunification of Colombia's traditional political parties under the National Front agreement.