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53 minPGdocumentary

Synopsis

In the 1970s and '80s, Operation Condor targeted left-wing political dissidents, organized labor, and intellectuals across South America.

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Why Watch

  • Find out how the CIA supported Operation Condor.
  • See the impact on South American political dissidents.
  • Meet the military dictatorships involved in Condor.

Did You Know

  • Operation Condor targeted left-wing dissidents in South America during the 1970s and '80s.
  • The operation was supported by the U.S. State Department and the CIA.
  • Interpol played a role in the coordination of Operation Condor.
  • Military dictatorships across South America collaborated under Operation Condor.

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Cold War historyU.S. foreign policyHuman rights violations
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Frequently Asked Questions

What was Operation Condor?

Operation Condor was a covert operation conducted in the 1970s and '80s targeting left-wing political dissidents, organized labor, and intellectuals in South America.

Who supported Operation Condor?

Operation Condor was supported by the U.S. State Department, the CIA, and Interpol.

What was the main goal of Operation Condor?

The main goal of Operation Condor was to combat terrorism as defined by the military dictatorships in South America.

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