While civil war would continue to trouble the country, stability was finally achieved in when the Colorados were elected to power. Uruguay suffered the effects of the Great Depression, but had an economic boom during World War II and the Korean War, selling wool, meat, and other animal products to European countries and the U.
However, the end of the wars brought a slump for the Uruguayan economy and further political instability that lasted into the late s. New leadership would eventually bring about economic growth and more job opportunities that continue through present day.
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Please be respectful of copyright. Unauthorized use is prohibited. Map created by National Geographic Maps. Watch "Destination World". Now Playing. Government Uruguay has adopted the democratic republican form of government under a presidential system, dividing the State in the classical three powers: Executive, Legislative and Judicial. According to the present Constitution, the Uruguayan people, lover of liberty and democracy, chooses the authorities that shall rule the country.
Religion The Uruguayan Constitution guarantees the religious freedom, hence, there are many religions in the country. Uruguay- General Information. South America. Falkland Islands. Unique Destinations.
Unique Experiences. General information on Uruguay from the official government web site of Uruguay. General Information: Presidente: Sr. Danilo Astori.
Total Country Area: Capital: Montevideo. Last constitution enacted: since November 28, Population Density: 17,8 people km2. Educational System: Free, mandatoy and non-religious Literacy: Geographic Situation: 30 and 35 lat South. Uruguay is divided in 19 Departments and its capital is Montevideo founded at Rio de la Plata Bay in
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