Alberto Montt Montt

Alberto Montt Montt (1858 – 1927) was a Chilean politician who served in ministerial posts in the early twentieth century.

Early life He was the son of former President of Chile Manuel Montt and Rosario Montt Goyenechea. He completed his studies at the Sacred Hearts School and qualified as a lawyer at the University of Chile in 1884.

He married Rosa Montt Pérez, and the couple had no children.

Public life A member of the Liberal Party, he was elected Deputy for Talca (1888–1891). During his term, he served on the Standing Committee on the Constitution, Legislation and Justice.

He was re-elected as deputy for Temuco and Imperial (1891–1894). During this term, he served on the Standing Committee on Education and Public Welfare.

He was appointed Minister of Justice and Public Instruction in 1920, becoming the first holder of that office under the administration of Arturo Alessandri Palma.