Events in 1974

August 9, 1974

Nixon's Resignation

Richard Nixon becomes the first U.S. President to resign from office following the Watergate scandal, marking a pivotal moment in American political history that fundamentally changed public trust in government institutions.

August 9, 1974

Nixon's Resignation

Richard Nixon becomes the first U.S. President to resign from office following the Watergate scandal, marking a historic moment in American political history.

December 17, 1974

Pinochet Becomes President of Chile

General Augusto Pinochet officially became the President of Chile, consolidating his power after leading a military coup that overthrew Salvador Allende in September 1973. This marked the beginning of his 17-year dictatorship characterized by radical economic reforms and systematic political repression.