Carlos Alberto Lacoste

Argentine politician and admiral (1929-2004)

Carlos Alberto Lacoste (February 2, 1929 – June 24, 2004) was an Argentine navy vice-admiral and politician. He briefly served as interim President of Argentina for ten days from December 11 to December 21 1981.

Carlos Lacoste
Interim President of Argentina
In office
11 – 21 December 1981
Preceded byRoberto Viola
Succeeded byLeopoldo Galtieri
Personal details
Born(1929-02-02)February 2, 1929
Buenos Aires
DiedJune 24, 2004(2004-06-24) (aged 75)
Buenos Aires
NationalityArgentine
ProfessionMilitary