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Adolfo Calero

1931-12-22 – 2012-06-02

Portrait of Adolfo Calero
4/4/1985 President Reagan in Robert McFarlane's office with Adolfo Calero a Nicaraguan Democratic Resistance (Contra) leader and Oliver NorthCredit: White House Photographic Office. 1981-1989

Life & Legacy

Adolfo Calero Portocarrero (December 22, 1931 – June 2, 2012) was a Nicaraguan businessman and the leader of the Nicaraguan Democratic Force, the largest rebel group of the Contras, opposing the Sandinista government.
Calero was responsible for managing the bank accounts into which money was deposited and then used to buy supplies and arms for the Contras. He was brought to testify at hearings of the U.S. Congress in May 1987.

Occupation & Career

businessperson, politician

Education

Syracuse University; University of Notre Dame

Faith & Community

Catholicism

Legacy Highlights

Church

Catholicism

Education & Institutions

Syracuse University · University of Notre Dame

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q2824720 — wikidata View source

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