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1979 in Chile

Explore 3 historical events and records for Chile in 1979.

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Historical records for Chile in 1979

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September

18 September 1979

Cueca Declared National Dance

Pinochet Ugarte, Augusto Jose Ramon · Santiago · President of Chile · Government / Government of Chile

Issues a decree recognizing the cueca as Chile's national dance.

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1979

Return to Chile

Bachelet Jeria, Michelle · Santiago · Government / Government of Chile

Michelle Bachelet returned to Chile while the military dictatorship remained in power. She resumed her professional training and subsequently worked in medicine and public health.

1979

Seven Modernizations

Pinochet Ugarte, Augusto Jose Ramon · Santiago · President of Chile · Government / Government of Chile

Launches a package of structural reforms affecting pensions, health, education, labour relations and other social institutions.

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