One of my favourite photos belongs from the photojournalism of war, but
this shows the last minutes of Salvador Allende, president of my country
between 1970 and 1973.
Its author was Leopoldo Víctor Vargas, Air force’s sub-officer and
presidential photographer. Taken in September 11th, 1973, nearly 9:45
in the morning, this is one of last photos in the Allende’s life. That was the
last Chilean coup d’état and it means the beginning of fascism’s era.
Oh no!!! :(
This photo shows Allende being escorted by two members of “Personal
Friends Group” (GAP in Chile), president’s personal protection guards. With a
war helmet in his head and a rifle, he is in the Moneda Palace preparing the
defence of the Popular Union’s government.
I like this photo because represents the courage and honour of a dreamer
man. He really believes in a better world build by the people’s power. This
photo shows the socialist force!!!
Finally, this photo won the “Photo of the year 1973” prize in World Press Photo, an organization known
for holding the prestigious annual press photography contest.
He really was a great man <3
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