VII. The Contemporary Period, 1945–2000 > D. Latin America, 1945–2000 > 4. Mexico, 1946–2000 > c. The Dominican Republic > 1962, Jan. 1
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1962, Jan. 1
 
A council of state was inaugurated, which pledged to restore civil liberties.  1
 
Jan. 4
 
The OAS removed sanctions imposed in Aug. 1960. The U.S. resumed diplomatic ties with the country on Jan. 6.  2
 
Jan. 18
 
A military countercoup deposed the military junta that had overthrown the ruling council of state on Jan. 16. The council was reinstated, and V.P. Rafael Bonnelly was appointed president.  3
 
Dec. 20
 
JUAN BOSCH GAVINO (b. 1909) was elected president.  4
 
 
 
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