Carlos Jorquera
Carlos Jorquera, known as El Negro Jorquera, was a journalist and the press secretary for President Salvador Allende during the pivotal moments of the 1973 Chilean coup. He is remembered for his remarkable courage and composure under pressure as he witnessed the military takeover, famously reassuring Allende with a humorous response amidst the chaos and violence surrounding them.
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Carlos Jorquera was the press secretary to President Allende and remained loyal during the coup.
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