Commander in Chief of the Army
Named Commander in Chief of the Army
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1973 in Chile
Explore 13 historical events and records for Chile in 1973.
Historical records for Chile in 1973
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August
September
Coup
The Armed Forces and Carabineros of Chile assume control of the Government
Death of Salvador Allende
Death of Salvador Allende
Death of Salvador Allende
Dies inside La Moneda during the coup; later official investigations conclude that he took his own life.
Government Junta
Assumes leadership of the military junta after the armed forces overthrow the constitutional government.
Military Coup
Remains in La Moneda during the military coup that ends his government.
Military Junta
Leads the military junta established after the armed forces overthrow President Salvador Allende.
Dissolution of Congress
The military junta dissolves the National Congress and assumes legislative authority.
Other events (month unknown)
Constitutional Drafting
Authorizes constitutional studies intended to replace the 1925 constitutional framework.
Constitutional Studies Commission
Establishes the commission charged with preparing proposals for a new constitution.
Exile of Isabell Allende
Leaves Chile after the assassination of her uncle
Family Targeted After Coup
After the Chilean coup of September 1973, Michelle Bachelet's family faced persecution because of her father's service under Salvador Allende. The crisis fundamentally disrupted her education and family life.
Television Interview Work
Before leaving Chile, Allende worked in journalism and television during a period of national political upheaval.
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