General Augusto Pinochet

General Augusto Pinochet was a Chilean military leader who ruled Chile as a dictator from 1973 to 1990 after overthrowing the government of President Salvador Allende. His regime was marked by widespread human rights abuses, including the imprisonment, torture, and killing of political opponents. Pinochet implemented neoliberal economic reforms that transformed Chile’s economy but also increased inequality. His rule remains controversial: some credit him with stabilizing the economy, while others condemn his authoritarian methods and violations of human rights. Pinochet's legacy continues to evoke debate about power, justice, and economic policy in Chile.