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An ardent supporter touching the car window as General Pinochet, military leader of Chile, as he is departing the site of the rally in the town of Talca, Chile. September, 1988. (Newsweek)

In the town of Talca, Chile. Supporters of General Pinochet turn out to greet the General upon his arrival. September, 1988. (Newsweek)

Chilean riot police beating protesters in downtown Santiago. September, 1988.

Three young Chilean women caught in the political violence. They were injured during clashes between police and protesters. September, 1988.

On the eve of Chilean Plebiscite, family members and friends burn candles at the site where a youth was killed by police. October, 1988.

Chilean riot police using water cannon to disperse protesters demonstrating against the use of torture by the police on the steps of the Public Library.

Story Summary, After many years of dictatorial and despotic rule, Gen. Auguste Pinochet agreed to a referendum on his rule which has existed since the assassination of Salvador Allende. Gen. Pinochet's agreement was precipitated by the pressure of…

General Noriega meets the press in Panama City, Panama. August, 1988.

A young Panamanian showing her support for General Noriega outside his Headquarters in downtown Panama City. March, 1988.

Panamanians trying to put the Panamanian flag on the hearse carrying the body of three-time President of Panbama, Arnulfo Arias. August, 1988.