President Juan Domingo Perón died on 1 July 1974 while serving his third term in office. His passing created a major political shift, leaving his wife, Isabel Perón, to assume the presidency. Perón’s death intensified tensions among political factions and social movements. The government faced rising economic instability and internal conflict. His legacy continued to influence national politics long after his death. The event marked one of the most significant leadership transitions in modern Argentina.