What are five important dates of Uruguay?

1. August 25, 1825: Uruguay declares independence from Brazil.

2. July 18, 1830: The first Constitution of Uruguay is adopted.

3. February 27, 1904: José Batlle y Ordóñez is elected President of Uruguay, marking the beginning of a period of progressive social and economic reforms.

4. June 26, 1973: A military coup d'état takes place in Uruguay, leading to a period of authoritarian rule that lasted until 1985.

5. March 1, 1985: Uruguay transitions back to democracy with the inauguration of Julio María Sanguinetti as President.