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In what year did Guatemala City become the capital of the Kingdom of Guatemala?

  • 1776

  • 1821

  • 1847

  • 1500

Answer

Guatemala City became the capital of the Kingdom of Guatemala in 1776, after the Spanish conquest. The city was established as a new town and has since played a significant role in the region's history, including the declaration of independence of Central America from Spain in 1821.
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