Hugo Chavez

Hugo Chavez was a Venezuelan politician and military officer who served as president of Venezuela from 1999 until his death in 2013, except for a brief period in 2002.

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Birth Name :

Hugo Rafael Chávez Frias

Profession :

Political Figure

Birthday :

July 28, 1954

Star Sign :

Leo

Death Date:

March 05, 2013

Age :

58

Birthplace :

Sabaneta, Barinas, Venezuela

Hugo Rafael Chávez Frías, a Venezuelan politician and military officer, served as the country’s president from 1999 until his death in 2013, with a brief interruption in 2002. Known for his socialist policies and opposition to the United States, Chavez introduced free healthcare and education, nationalized Venezuela’s oil industry, and established the Bolivarian Alliance for the Americas. He also enhanced labor rights, working conditions, and housing accessibility for low-income families.

Chavez’s political career included a failed coup attempt in 1992 before becoming president. He sought to amend the Venezuelan constitution, altering the powers of congress and the judicial system. As a charismatic and controversial figure, Chavez significantly influenced Latin America. His legacy continues to impact Venezuela’s political landscape even after his passing on March 5, 2013.