Argentinians Unite to Commemorate 50 Years Since Bloody Coup
Tens of thousands gather in Buenos Aires to mark the tragic 50th anniversary of Argentina's last military takeover, reflecting on the nation's tumultuous past.
Buenos Aires - On the 50th anniversary of Argentina's last military coup, thousands of people flooded the streets of the capital, Buenos Aires, to commemorate the solemn occasion. The march, which drew a massive crowd, served as a powerful reminder of the country's turbulent history and a call for vigilance in protecting democracy.
The 1973 coup, which overthrew the democratically elected government of President Isabela Perón, ushered in a period of military dictatorship that lasted until 1983. During this time, an estimated 30,000 people were disappeared, tortured, or killed by the regime, making it one of the darkest chapters in Argentina's modern history.
{{IMAGE_PLACEHOLDER}}Source: Al Jazeera
