1971 Bolivian coup d'état

1971 Bolivian coup d'état
Part of the Cold War in South America
Date18–21 August 1971
Location
Bolivia
Result

Coup attempt successful

Belligerents
Supported by:
United States
Brazil
Argentina (alleged)
Paraguay (alleged)
Commanders and leaders
Juan José Torres Hugo Banzer

The 1971 Bolivian coup d'état was led by military officer Hugo Banzer on August 18, 1971, against the government of president Juan José Torres.

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