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What was the duration of the Guatemalan Civil War?

  • 1960–1996

  • 1970–1990

  • 1955–1985

  • 1980–2000

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The Guatemalan Civil War endured from 1960 to 1996, spanning over three decades. It was a brutal conflict marked by political strife, ideological clashes, and widespread human rights abuses. The war left deep scars on the nation, resulting in the loss of hundreds of thousands of lives, extensive internal displacement, and profound social and economic disruptions.
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