On this day in 1856, American filibuster William Walker set himself up as president of Nicaragua. 

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From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.

This Day in History Class

On this day in 1856, American filibuster William Walker set himself up as president of Nicaragua.

William Walker usurped Nicaraguan presidency - July 12, 1856

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