Carlos Prats

Chilean general and Minister of Defense

Carlos Prats - Chilean general and Minister of Defense
Born

1915
110 years ago

Died

September 30th, 1974
50 years ago — 59 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Chile

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A prominent military figure and politician in Chile, served as the Minister of Defense from 1970 to 1973. Contributed to the military strategy during Allende's administration. Exiled after the 1973 coup led by General Augusto Pinochet, Prats continued his military career abroad. His life ended tragically in a violent attack in Buenos Aires in 1974.

Served as Minister of Defense from 1970 to 1973

Played a key role in military operations during Allende's regime

Opposed Pinochet's coup and faced exile

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