Carlos Alberto Lacoste facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Carlos Lacoste
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| Interim President of Argentina | |
| In office 11 – 21 December 1981 |
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| Preceded by | Roberto Viola |
| Succeeded by | Leopoldo Galtieri |
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| Born | February 2, 1929 Buenos Aires |
| Died | June 24, 2004 (aged 75) Buenos Aires |
| Nationality | Argentine |
| Profession | Military |
Carlos Alberto Lacoste (born February 2, 1929 – died June 24, 2004) was an important figure in the Argentine navy. He was a vice-admiral, which is a high rank in the navy. For a very short time, he served as the temporary, or interim, President of Argentina. This happened for just ten days in December 1981.
Who Was Carlos Lacoste?
Carlos Lacoste was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He dedicated his life to the military, specifically the navy. He rose through the ranks to become a vice-admiral. This means he was a senior officer, helping to lead and manage naval operations.
A Brief Time as President
In December 1981, Carlos Lacoste stepped in as the interim President of Argentina. An "interim" president is someone who takes charge for a short time when the previous leader leaves office suddenly. Their job is to keep the country running smoothly until a new, permanent leader can be chosen.
Lacoste's time as president was very brief, lasting only from December 11 to December 21, 1981. After these ten days, a new president took over.
Life and Legacy
Carlos Lacoste was born in 1929 and passed away in 2004, also in Buenos Aires. While his time as president was short, he is remembered as a military leader who briefly held the highest office in his country.
See also
In Spanish: Carlos Alberto Lacoste para niños
