Arturo Illia, Argentina’s president from 1962 to 1966, is being remembered on the 60th anniversary of the coup that brought dictator Juan Carlos Onganía to power. Illia, known for his austere lifestyle and policies, governed during a period of significant political and economic turbulence in Argentina. His presidency was marked by attempts to balance Peronist labor demands with conservative economic policies, leading to increasing social unrest. Despite efforts to promote national industry and improve social welfare, Illia faced opposition from both the left and the right. The military ultimately ousted him in 1966, initiating a long period of military rule and repression in the country. His legacy remains complex, viewed by some as a well-intentioned but ultimately ineffective leader, and by others as a democratic figure overthrown by authoritarian forces.