Dr. Rafael Caldera (1916-) President of Venezuela (1969-1974). Caldera taught sociology and law at various universities before entering politics. He was a founding member of COPEI, Venezuela's Christian Democratic party. He first ran for president unsuccessfully in 1946 and tried again every time it was possible until finally succeeding in 1968, winning by a relatively scant 50,000 votes against a recently divided Acción Democrática party. When he was sworn into office in 1969, it marked the first peaceful transfer of power from one party to another in Venezuela's history. During his first presidency, Caldera was able to pacify the country by granting an amnesty that allowed guerrilla fighters, who had been in clandestinity for almost a decade, to reincorporate to society and participate in politics.

This is a 5 in. x 8 in. B&W portrait of Caldera standing by his country's flag in formal official dress. Signed boldly in ink. Attractive photo with uncommon signature.

Price: $145.00