The Uruguayan military dictatorship lasted from 1973 to 1985, during which the military took control of the government in response to political instability and violence. This period was marked by the suspension of civil liberties, censorship of the press, and the persecution of political opponents, including leftist groups. The regime implemented a campaign of repression known as the Dirty War, which involved widespread human rights abuses, including forced disappearances and torture. Many Uruguayans were imprisoned or fled the country, leading to a significant impact on the nation’s social and political landscape that is still felt today.