THE COMMISSION OF THE TRUTH AND THE COUP D'ETAT OF 1964 IN BRAZIL (original) (raw)

The paper discusses the coup d'état in Brazil on April 1, 1964, which led to a military dictatorship that lasted for 21 years. It examines the motives behind the coup, including the fear of communism and the desire to maintain the existing political order, as well as the brutal repression and human rights violations that occurred during that period. The establishment of a Truth Commission aimed at investigating these violations is also described, highlighting the need for acknowledgment and understanding of this dark chapter in Brazilian history.