Juan María Bordaberry

President of Uruguay during dictatorship

Juan María Bordaberry - President of Uruguay during dictatorship
Born

June 17th, 1928
96 years ago

Died

2011
14 years ago — 83 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Uruguay

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Served as the President of Uruguay from 1972 to 1976. First assumed power as a constitutional president and later led a de facto government after a military coup in 1973. Implemented policies that led to a significant military presence in government. Oversaw a period characterized by repression and human rights violations. After a coup, continued as a puppet leader under military control until his ousting in 1976. Faced several charges related to human rights abuses in subsequent years.

Led Uruguay during military dictatorship

Oversaw significant political repression

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