Description: (Lawyer)
Manuel José Estrada Cabrera served as the President of Guatemala from 1898 to 1920. He prioritized modernizing the country's industry and transportation networks during his tenure. However, his strong support for the American-owned United Fruit Company led to widespread discontent among the people. Estrada Cabrera governed as a dictator, employing harsh measures to stay in power and manipulate election outcomes. While he managed to secure re-election through controlled means, he was later ousted from office following accusations of corruption and a declaration of mental incapacity.