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Independence for El Salvador
El Salvador gained its independence from Spain and is celebrated every year. -
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Wars Between Other Countries
El Salvador was in many revolutions and wars with its surrounding countries was led by military dictatorship -
The "Football War"
The football war is named that because it broke out during a football game between the two countries -
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The Civil War
There was a civil war lasting 12 years. Over 75 thousand people died during this war. -
Hurricane Mitch
Hurricane Mitch was a devastating disaster killing 200 people and leaving 30,000 homeless. -
Crime Rate Decreased
In El Salvador there was a gang truce witch lead to 40% decrease in crime rate. -
New president
Antonio Saca Became the new president of el Salvador -
Free Trade Agreement
El Salvador Implemented a free trade agreement with the US, the first central American country to do so.
