Álida España

Álida España
First Lady of Guatemala
In role
July 1, 1970  July 1, 1974
President Carlos Manuel Arana Osorio
Preceded by Sara de la Hoz
Succeeded by Hellen Lossi
Personal details
Born Álida España
12 April 1924
Guatemala City, Guatemala
Died 8 April 1993 (aged 68)
Guatemala City, Guatemala
Spouse(s) Carlos Manuel Arana Osorio

Álida España (12 April 1924 – 8 April 1993) was a Guatemalan activist and politician. She was the wife of President Carlos Manuel Arana Osorio, First Lady of Guatemala during his government.[1]

During the government of her husband, she played a leading role. It was known for its social work in favor of children, creating the Board of Social Works of the President's Wife, which helped the most vulnerable. After the presidency of her husband, she died in 1993. Different institutions are named after her. Arana Osorio died in 2003.[2]

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Honorary titles
Preceded by
Sara de la Hoz
First Lady of Guatemala
1970–1974
Succeeded by
Hellen Lossi
Board of Social Work of the President's Wife
1974–1978
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