At the Oval Office meeting, Nixon asked General MÃ ©dici whether the Chilean military was capable of overthrowing Allende. MÃ ©dici replied they were, adding that Brazil was exchanging officers with the Chileans, and made clear that Brazil was working toward this end. Nixon offered his support for Brazil's efforts, saying that if "money were required or other discreet aid, we might be able to make it available." |
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