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The Black Pimpernel centers on Harald Edelstam, a Swedish diplomat turned covert hero in 1973 Chile. Amidst the Pinochet coup, Edelstam boldly rescues political prisoners, risking his life and defying norms—all in secret, shadowing valiance.

The Black Pimpernel Trivia

What is the nickname "The Black Pimpernel" associated with? (Genius)
#1: Nelson Mandela
#2: Robert Mugabe
#3: Desmond Tutu
#4: Steve Biko
Which South African leader was famously known as "The Black Pimpernel" during the apartheid era? (Expert)
#1: Oliver Tambo
#2: Desmond Tutu
#3: Nelson Mandela
#4: Thabo Mbeki
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The Black Pimpernel Fun Facts

Nelson Mandela was nicknamed The Black Pimpernel because he evaded capture by the apartheid police using disguises and undercover tactics.
While operating as The Black Pimpernel, Nelson Mandela disguised himself as a chauffeur, a gardener, and even a chef.

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March 11, 1990

Amnesty for Chilean political prisoners begins

After the death of Chilean dictator Augusto Pinochet, new political reforms begin including amnesty and efforts to locate and rescue political prisoners.

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Circa 1974

Claudio de la Rocha begins rescuing prisoners

Chilean professor Claudio de la Rocha, risking his own safety, starts helping political dissidents escape from violent suppression during the Pinochet dictatorship, earning him the nickname 'The Black Pimpernel.'

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September 11, 1973

Chilean military coup leads to repression

General Augusto Pinochet leads a military coup in Chile overthrowing the government and starting a regime characterized by widespread human rights abuses and political imprisonment.

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