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2005 in Chile

Explore 6 historical events and records for Chile in 2005.

Historical records for Chile in 2005

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January

Trial

Contreras, Manuel · Warfare / Military

Sentenced to 12 yrs for the 1975 disappearance of left-wing activist Miguel Sandoval

August

Constitutional Reform

Lagos Escobar, Ricardo Froilan · Santiago · President of Chile · Government / Government of Chile

Promulgates reforms removing appointed senators and reducing military influence over civilian institutions.

Other events (month unknown)

Cobreloa Senior Debut

Sanchez, Alexis · Calama · Forward · Sport / Football

Alexis Sánchez broke into Cobreloa's senior squad as a teenager, beginning his professional career in Chilean football before attracting interest from clubs abroad.

Mining Royalty Legislation

Lagos Escobar, Ricardo · Santiago · President of Chile · Government / Government of Chile

Ricardo Lagos's administration secured legislation imposing a specific tax on mining activity. The policy sought to increase public revenue from exploitation of Chile's mineral resources.

Presidential Campaign Nomination

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

Michelle Bachelet emerged as the presidential candidate of the Concertación coalition. Her campaign emphasized social protection, participation, and gender equality.

Zorro Literary Retelling

Allende, Isabel · Arts / Literature

Allende published Zorro, reimagining the origins of the masked fictional hero.

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