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The Paraguayan Rosetta Stone: New Insights into the Demographics of the Paraguayan War, 1864–1870

Year: 1999

Type: article

Abstract: The demographics of the Paraguayan War (1864–1870) have long fascinated historicans and sociologists. If the oft-repeated tales of a 70 percent loss of life in Paraguay are accurate, then this war represents a singular case in modern history, one full of implications for students of militarism, gender, and culture. This study analyzes a newly discovered census from 1870 and reworks earlier censal materials. The authors conclude that the old stories of a steep loss of population during the war are basically correct.

Source: Latin American Research Review

DOI: 10.1017/s0023879100024341

Authors: Thomas L. Whigham, Barbara Potthast

Institutions: University of Georgia, Bielefeld University

Language: English

Topic: Historical Studies in Latin America

Subfield: Demography

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W2182428833