Arnulfo Arias 1901 – 1988

Biography

Arnulfo Arias was born on August 15, 1901, in Penonomé, Panama, during a formative period in his nation’s early history. He would go on to become a significant political figure, serving as President of Panama. Throughout his life, Arias remained connected to his homeland, witnessing and participating in the development of the young nation during much of the twentieth century.

His career in public service reflected the complex political landscape of Panama during his era. Arias dedicated himself to the nation’s leadership, taking on the responsibilities and challenges that came with high office during a time of considerable change in Central America.

Arnulfo Arias passed away on August 10, 1988, in Coral Gables, Florida, at the age of 86. His life spanned nearly a century of Panamanian history, and his legacy remains tied to the country’s political heritage. Though his final years were spent away from Panama, his impact on the nation’s development endured.