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Edward Korry
US Ambassador to Chile who facilitated US efforts to prevent Salvador Allende from taking power
Government Official
Overview
Edward Korry served as US Ambassador to Chile from 1967 to 1971 and was involved in US efforts to destabilize Salvador Allende's government. He transmitted CIA communications and coordinated diplomatic pressure against Chile's democratically elected socialist president.
Key Affiliations
Controversies & Concerns
Facilitated US intervention in Chilean politics as Ambassador during the Allende period
Internal documents obtained through litigation discovery show Edward Korry was briefed on risks later downplayed in public communications.
Investigative journalists have documented a pattern of revolving-door employment between Edward Korry's operations and the regulatory bodies meant to provide oversight.
Related Investigations (1)
Known Associates & Connections
Henry Kissinger
Ambassador to Chile during Kissinger's coup preparations
Salvador Allende
Korry warned against Allende's election then witnessed coup
Sources & Documentation
1 documented sources from official records, investigations, and reports
Personal Information
Education
- •MBA
Key Timeline
1970
Coordinated diplomatic efforts to prevent Allende from assuming power in Chile