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Carlos Dávila

1887–1955 · 20th century · Also known as Carlos Dávila Espinoza

Carlos Dávila was a Chilean journalist, diplomat and politician. He helped overthrow President Juan Esteban Montero in June 1932, joining the junta of the Socialist Republic of Chile, then pushed out Marmaduke Grove and ruled as provisional president for about three months. He later served as secretary general of the Organization of American States.

Carlos Dávila
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Socialist Republic of Chile

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The Epoch Institute. (2026). Carlos Dávila. In The Epoch Institute Encyclopedia. https://the-epoch-institute.org/encyclopedia/carlos-davila
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