What role did the US play in the Chilean coup?

The US supported Salvador Allende.

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Salvador Allende sought aid from the US.

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Salvador Allende's government was overthrown by US-backed army generals.

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Salvador Allende's government was established by the US.

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The correct option is C Salvador Allende's government was overthrown by US-backed army generals.
The government of Chile was a socialist government led by Salvador Allende. This elected socialist government was overthrown in a coup by US-backed army generals in 1973.

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