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Jan 1, 1500
Marimba brought to Guatemala by afro-Caribbean slaves
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Jan 1, 1524
Introduction of first liturgical chant and polyphony
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Guatemala gains independence from Spain
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Guatemala joins the Mexican empire
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Guatemala becomes fully independent
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José Rafael Carrera y Turcios becomes first president
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Jesus Castillo was born
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Ricardo Castillo was born
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National anthem adopted in 1896
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Joaquin M. Orellana was born
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Jesus Castillo dies
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Guatemalan Civil war
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Ricardo Castillo dies
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Peace Accord signed
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