1938 Paraguayan Chaco Treaty referendum
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A referendum on the Chaco Treaty with Bolivia was held in Paraguay on 15 August 1938.[1] The treaty was approved by 91% of voters.
Background[]
Following the 1932–1935 Chaco War between Bolivia and Paraguay, a peace conference was held in Buenos Aires. An agreement, the Chaco Treaty, was signed on 21 July 1938, which required ratification within 20 days. In Bolivia the treaty was approved by Congress, while in Paraguay it was put to a referendum.[1]
Results[]
| Choice | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| For | 135,835 | 91.14 |
| Against | 13,204 | 8.86 |
| Invalid/blank votes | 559 | – |
| Total | 149,598 | 100 |
| Registered voters/turnout | ||
| Source: Direct Democracy | ||
References[]
- ^ a b Paraguay, 15 August 1938: Chaco Treaty with Bolivia Direct Democracy (in German)
Categories:
- Referendums in Paraguay
- 1938 in Paraguay
- 1938 referendums
- Chaco War
- August 1938 events