The coup led by Colonel Alberto Natusch in Bolivia was a significant event marked by violence against the constitutional government of President Wálter Guevara. It began with discontent towards Guevara's administration among military factions who opposed his approach to governance, particularly in handling economic issues affecting the country. As Natusch and his military led a coordinated attack on government facilities, they asserted control over key areas of La Paz, the capital. The coup was marked by violent clashes between soldiers and police forces loyal to the Guevara administration. This skirmishing echoed the political tensions prevalent in Bolivia during this tumultuous era.

President Guevara, who had assumed office earlier in April, faced numerous challenges, including managing a country dealing with economic downturns and political dissatisfaction. The coup was fueled by rifts within the military and entrenched political divisions. In the face of military aggression, resistance emerged, but ultimately, the forces loyal to Natusch gained the upper hand.

Natusch's coup resulted in numerous casualties and instigated further political instability in Bolivia, leading to a cycle of coups, protests, and military intervention that characterized Bolivian politics in the late 20th century. Following Natusch's takeover, many people associated the military's actions with deep-seated grievances about governance, challenging perceptions of democracy in Bolivia. Thus, the events surrounding the coup had a prolonged influence on the country's political landscape.