Alfredo Oscar Saint Jean
Alfredo Óscar Saint-Jean (Spanish pronunciation: [alˈfɾeðo osˈkaɾ ˈsẽn̪t̪.t͡ʃĩn]; 11 November 1926 – 2 September 1987) was an Argentine Army division general and politician, who served as President of Argentina in 1982.
Alfredo Saint-Jean | |
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President of Argentina Interim by the military junta | |
In office 18 June 1982 – 1 July 1982 | |
Preceded by | Leopoldo Galtieri |
Succeeded by | Reynaldo Bignone |
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Born | 11 November 1926 Chascomús, Buenos Aires |
Died | 2 September 1987 60) | (aged
Nationality | Argentine |
Spouse(s) | María Beatriz Dauna |
Profession | Military |
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Years of service | 1944–1982 |
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Battles/wars | Dirty War |
President of Argentina
Having been appointed Interior Minister in 1981 by Leopoldo Galtieri, he briefly served as President of Argentina from 18 June 1982 to 1 July 1982, during a period of military rule, after Galtieri was ousted from office due to the country's defeat in the Falklands War.
Succession
Saint-Jean's brief period as President in June and July 1982 ended when he was succeeded by General Reynaldo Bignone.
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See also
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Preceded by Leopoldo Galtieri |
President of Argentina 1982 |
Succeeded by Reynaldo Bignone |
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