About Arturo Puga
Lived 1878 – 1970 (aged 91–92). Arturo Puga was a Chilean politician and military personnel.
General Arturo Puga Osorio (1879 – 28 April 1944) was a Chilean military officer and the chairman of the Government Junta in 1932.
On June 4, 1932, he became chairman of the Government Junta that was established after the resignation of President Juan Esteban Montero. His presidency lasted until June 16, 1932, when he was forced to resign by the army, who imposed Carlos Davila as the new president.
He married Bertha Martinez and had four children: Berta, Marta, Maria Helena, and Albertol Puga Martinez. Bertha married Alberto Lleras Camargo, the first secretary general of the Organization of American States.
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Who was Arturo Puga?
Chilean politician and general
When was Arturo Puga born?
Arturo Puga was born in 1878 in Santiago.
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Arturo Puga died on 28 April 1970 in Santiago.
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Arturo Puga was a politician and military personnel.
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Arturo Puga was Chilean.
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