The Edwards family of Chile is of Welsh origin. They became financially and politically influential during the 19th century. They have played and still play a significant role in Chilean politics, especially as owners of its most influential newspaper chain, El Mercurio S.A.P. Under the supervision of Agustín Edwards Eastman, El Mercurio played an important role in the propaganda campaign to influence public opinion against Salvador Allende and in favor of the military coup that brought Augusto Pinochet to power.

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  1. ^ Bonnefoy, Pascale (26 April 2017). "Agustín Edwards, Conservative Media Tycoon in Chile, Is Dead at 89". The New York Times.