The Chilean Military Junta was a group of military leaders who took control of Chile after a coup d'état on September 11, 1973. This coup overthrew the democratically elected president, Salvador Allende, and marked the beginning of a military dictatorship led by Augusto Pinochet. The junta ruled Chile until 1990, implementing strict authoritarian measures and suppressing political opposition. During its rule, the junta was responsible for widespread human rights violations, including torture, forced disappearances, and killings of political dissidents. The regime aimed to stabilize the economy and eliminate leftist influences, leading to significant social and political changes in Chile.