Héctor J. Cámpora
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Héctor J. Cámpora served as the president of Argentina, taking office in May 1973. His presidency was brief and primarily served as a transitional period, paving the way for the return of Juan Perón from exile. Tensions were high within the Peronist movement, with internal conflicts between its left and right wings. Following Perón's return in June 1973, a violent clash occurred at Ezeiza International Airport. Cámpora resigned in July of the same year, leading to new elections and a subsequent purge of leftist influences within the government.12
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