General Leopoldo Galtieri Quotes

A collection of quotes by General Leopoldo Galtieri.

General Leopoldo Galtieri (1926-2003) was an Argentine military officer and politician. He served as the President of Argentina from 1981 to 1982, during the final stages of the military dictatorship that ruled the country. Galtieri is best known for his decision to invade the Falkland Islands in 1982, which led to the Falklands War with the United Kingdom. Following Argentina's defeat and his resignation, Galtieri faced criminal charges related to human rights abuses committed during the dictatorship. His presidency is remembered as a turbulent period in Argentina's history, marked by economic turmoil and violent military actions.