The principal beneficiaries of Juan Manuel Rosas' program for Argentina were
A) the estanciero class.
B) the merchant class.
C) artisans and industry in general.
D) the caudillos of the interior provinces.

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Juan Manuel Rosas, who ruled Argentina in the 19th century, primarily supported the interests of the estanciero class, or large landowners, by maintaining a regime that favored rural agricultural interests over urban commerce and industry.

The Principal Beneficiaries of Juan Manuel Rosas' Program for Argentina