Arturo Alessandri

ModernPoliticianChile1868 — 1950

Chilean president known as the Lion of Tarapaca.

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Quick Facts

Born

1868

Died

1950

Country

Chile

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)72

Influence (20%)57

Legacy (20%)48

Leadership (15%)72

Strategy (15%)44

Total Score57.3

Arturo Alessandri — Complete Timeline

1920 AD

Alessandri becomes President of ChilePolitical Action◆ Major

Arturo Alessandri was elected President of Chile as a liberal reformer, winning a narrow victory. His presidency marked the beginning of a period of social and political change, challenging the conservative oligarchy.

PresidencyLiberal Reform1920

Impact: national

1924 AD

Alessandri's social legislation and labor reformsReform◆ Major

Alessandri pushed through a series of social laws including the eight-hour workday, regulation of child labor, and the right to unionize. These reforms were opposed by conservative forces but improved conditions for the working class.

Labor ReformSocial Legislation1924

Impact: nationalprogressive

Alessandri's first resignation and exilePolitical Action◆ Major

Facing a military coup led by conservative officers, Alessandri resigned and went into exile in the United States. His resignation marked a setback for reform and led to a period of military rule in Chile.

ResignationMilitary CoupExile

Impact: nationaltragic

1925 AD

Alessandri's second presidency and the 1925 ConstitutionReform

Alessandri returned from exile and was reinstated as president, overseeing the drafting and approval of a new constitution. The 1925 Constitution established a strong presidential system, separation of church and state, and social rights.

ConstitutionPolitical Reform1925

Impact: nationalconstructive

1932 AD

Alessandri's third presidency and conservative turnPolitical Action◆ Major

Alessandri was elected to a third term as president, this time as a conservative candidate. His government focused on restoring order and economic stability after the chaos of the Socialist Republic, suppressing leftist movements.

Third TermConservatism1932

Impact: national