Law for Permanent Defense of Democracy
Promulgates legislation outlawing the Communist Party and removing many members from electoral rolls.
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1948 in Chile
Explore 3 historical events and records for Chile in 1948.
Historical records for Chile in 1948
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First Presidential Antarctic Visit
President Gabriel González Videla visited Chile's Antarctic bases in 1948, becoming the first serving head of state to visit Antarctica. The journey publicly reinforced Chile's territorial claims in the region.
Minister of Finance
Serves as Minister of Finance and pursues fiscal restraint during the Gonzalez Videla government.
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