¿Conoces la Era de Guzmán Blanco? Entérate de más con Arraíz Lucca | Venezolanos

Historian Rafael Arráiz Lucca presents his new series, "Republican Chronology 1810-2010," a comprehensive journey through the two hundred years that have defined our identity and evolution as a nation. The Guzmán Blanco era (1870-1888) was a period of almost two decades of modernizing autocracy in Venezuela, led by Antonio Guzmán Blanco, known as the "Illustrious American." He centralized power, pacified the country after the Federal War, and transformed Caracas with French-inspired buildings such as the Federal Legislative Palace, the Municipal Theater, and the National Pantheon. Stages of the Guzmán Blanco Era: The Septennium (1870-1877): This period began after the April Revolution, focusing on pacification, centralization of power, and structural reforms. The Five-Year Period (1879-1884): A period characterized by economic prosperity, the creation of the national currency (the bolívar), and increased investment in infrastructure. The Acclamation or Two-Year Period (1886-1888): His last, shorter period in office before his definitive retirement from the presidency. Key aspects of his government: Modernization and French Influence: He sought to transform Caracas into a "little Paris," promoting the cult of personality and the statue of Simón Bolívar in Plaza Bolívar. Education and Secularization: He decreed free and compulsory primary education (1870) and established civil marriage and registration, limiting the power of the Catholic Church. Public Works: He built railroads, highways, and emblematic monuments. Autocracy and the Economy: Although he brought stability, he ruled with an iron fist, repressing the opposition and accumulating a large personal fortune while organizing public finances. His influence marked the consolidation of the Venezuelan state at the end of the 19th century. Don't miss all the details in this episode. Enjoy the program on Unión Radio Cultural 90.3 FM. Every Saturday at 12:00 PM and Sunday at 10:00 AM. Visit us at: https://mundour.com/ Instagram: /mundourweb Instagram: /_lacultural Instagram: /rafael.arraiz X: https://x.com/MundoURWeb @MundoURWeb X: https://x.com/RadioEscuelaUR @_LaCultural