A permanent break in Uruguay's cycle of…

A permanent break in Uruguay's cycle of near anarchy and repression is anticipated when Jose Ellauri (1872-75) is elected president.

His administration is characterized by the predominance of university men over caudillos.

A number of them, known as the "Girondists of 73," are sent to the General Assembly.

Unfortunately, however, the ensuing economic crisis and the weakness of civil power pave the way for a period of militarism.