What contributed to the collapse of Juan Perón's government in 1955?
A) A small-scale American invasion
B) The death of his popular wife, Evita
C) The unwillingness of Perón to rule outside the law
D) An economic boom that provoked rivals

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The death of Juan Perón's popular wife, Evita, in 1952 weakened Perón's political support and contributed to his eventual downfall in 1955. Her death led to a power struggle within the Peronist movement, and Perón's opponents took advantage of this to mount a successful military coup against him. While economic factors and Perón's authoritarian tendencies were also factors, Evita's death was a key contributing factor that weakened his political support and set the stage for his eventual overthrow.

What Contributed to the Collapse of Juan Perón's Government in 1955