Modern Guatemala

Modern Guatemala

In 1838 Guatemala became a separate country from Spain and Mexico, dissolving the United Provinces. From 1851 to 1944 the Liberal party dominated the Guatemalan political scene. Soon after control would be gained by Jacobo Arbenz who was backed by Communist support. His rule ended in 1954 by a US-backed coup.
In the Central Market colourful Guatemalan clothes make the scene look festive. [BM] {UA}