Chilean Exiles

Chilean exiles refer to individuals who left Chile, particularly during and after the military coup in 1973, when General Augusto Pinochet overthrew President Salvador Allende. This period was marked by human rights abuses, political repression, and fear. Many Chileans, including activists, intellectuals, and ordinary citizens, fled to escape persecution, often seeking refuge in other countries. The exiles played a crucial role in raising awareness about the situation in Chile and continued to advocate for democracy and human rights from abroad, significantly influencing both domestic and international perceptions of the Pinochet regime.