Treaty ending Chaco War signed.
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Updated By: History Editorial Network (HEN)
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After three years of fighting in the Chaco War, Bolivia and Paraguay agreed to the Treaty of Peace. The conflict over the Chaco region had claimed thousands of lives and left both countries in economic distress. The treaty marked the end of hostilities and defined new borders between the nations. Bolivia ceded most of the disputed territory to Paraguay, gaining only a small portion of the Chaco.
The Treaty of Peace brought relief to both countries and the international community, ending one of the bloodiest wars in South American history. The agreement was brokered by the League of Nations, with the United States and other countries playing a role in the negotiations. It established a lasting peace between Bolivia and Paraguay, setting the stage for future diplomatic relations.
The Chaco War and the subsequent Treaty of Peace had a lasting impact on Bolivia, shaping its foreign policy and territorial boundaries. The loss of the Chaco region was a blow to Bolivia's national pride, leading to political turmoil and social unrest in the years that followed. However, the treaty also provided an opportunity for reconciliation and cooperation between the two nations.
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Primary Reference: 1938 Paraguayan Chaco Treaty referendum

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