When was Roberto Eduardo Viola born?

Roberto Eduardo Viola was born on 13 October 1924 in Buenos Aires.

What positions has Roberto Eduardo Viola held?

Positions held by Roberto Eduardo Viola include: President of Argentina (1981–1981); Chief of the Army General Staff (1978–1979).

Where did Roberto Eduardo Viola study?

Roberto Eduardo Viola was educated at Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation, Nation Military College.

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Roberto Eduardo Viola

Military officer, dictator and de facto president of Argentina

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Roberto Eduardo Viola was an Argentine military officer who served as the 43rd President of Argentina and was the 2nd president appointed by the National Reorganization Process from 29 March to 11 December 1981 as a military dictator.

Quick facts

Born: 13 October 1924 wd
Place of birth: Buenos Aires wd
Died: 30 September 1994 wd
Place of death: Buenos Aires wd
Citizenship: Argentina wd
Occupation: military officer, politician wd
Political party: independent politician wd
Education: Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation, Nation Military College wd

Positions held wd

President of Argentina (29 March 1981 – 11 December 1981)
Chief of the Army General Staff (31 July 1978 – 29 December 1979)

Awards wd

Grand Cross of the Order of the Sun of Peru‎
Grand Cross of the Cross of Military Merit with White Decoration (1979)

Questions

When was Roberto Eduardo Viola born?: Roberto Eduardo Viola was born on 13 October 1924 in Buenos Aires.
What positions has Roberto Eduardo Viola held?: Positions held by Roberto Eduardo Viola include: President of Argentina (1981–1981); Chief of the Army General Staff (1978–1979).
Where did Roberto Eduardo Viola study?: Roberto Eduardo Viola was educated at Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation, Nation Military College.

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Last updated 6 November 2026 · facts checked 6 November 2026

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