Walter Pires

Walter Pires was a Brazilian general known for his role as Minister of the Army during the final years of Brazil's military dictatorship. He became a notable figure for his hardline stance against political opposition and for his involvement in the regime's efforts to suppress calls for democratic reforms. His infamous phrase 'Chama o Pires!' became emblematic of the military's readiness to use force against dissent, highlighting the tensions between the military government and pro-democracy movements at the time.