Latin American History

The Quilmes Experiment examines capital accumulation through a unique test case in Argentina's 1980s, focusing on land reform, property rights, and social inequality.

Explore the impact of pension reforms and neoliberalism on Latin America, from Chile's individual account system to its spread across the region.

Chile's 1970s pension reform introduced Personal Retirement Accounts (PRAs), replacing the state-run pay-as-you-go system under President Augusto Pinochet's leadership.

Pension Reforms in Chile from 1979-1981 introduced a private pension system allowing workers to opt out of state pensions and contribute to individual accounts managed by private companies.

The Chicago Boys implemented neoliberal reforms in Chile under Pinochet, driven by free market fundamentalism and led to significant social and economic changes.

The 1973 Chilean coup marked a turning point in the development of neoliberalism, leading to a significant reduction in inflation but also far-reaching social consequences.

Explore the impact of neoliberalism on Chile's economy and society, from the 1973 military coup to the implementation of free market reforms.

Explore Argentina's 20th-century economic struggles, driven by mismanagement, inflation, debt default, and institutional weaknesses, leading to reduced living standards and eroded investor confidence.

Explore the brutal exploitation of indigenous workers at Potosí's silver mines during the 16th-18th centuries, fueled by forced labor and indentured servitude.