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.
Prominent members
George Edwards Brown (1780–1848), British doctor and businessman, founder of the family in Chile