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El Salvador achieved independence from Spain in 1821 and from the Central American Federation in 1839. A 12-year civil war, which cost about 75,000 lives, was brought to a close in 1992 when the government and leftist rebels signed a treaty that provided for military and political reforms.
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Surface Area: 21,040 square km
Population: 6,587,541 (July 2004 est.)
Located in: Central America
Capital City: San Salvador
Head of State: Francisco FLORES Perez
Prime Minister: Francisco FLORES Perez
Independent since: 15 September 1821 (from Spain)
Currency: Salvadoran colon (SVC); US dollar (USD)
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