About Alfonso Reyes Echandía
Lived 1932 – 1985 (aged 53). Alfonso Reyes Echandía was a Colombian jurist, judge and university teacher.
Alfonso Reyes Echandía (14 July 1932 – 7 November 1985) was a Colombian educator, jurist and magistrate of the Supreme Court of Colombia, who served as its President from 24 January 1985 until his death in the Palace of Justice siege by the M-19 guerrillas in November 1985.
The Palace of Justice of Colombia is named after him.
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Who was Alfonso Reyes Echandía?
Colombian jurist
When was Alfonso Reyes Echandía born?
Alfonso Reyes Echandía was born on 14 July 1932 in Chaparral.
When did Alfonso Reyes Echandía die?
Alfonso Reyes Echandía died on 6 November 1985 in Bogotá.
What was Alfonso Reyes Echandía's occupation?
Alfonso Reyes Echandía was a jurist, judge and university teacher.
What nationality was Alfonso Reyes Echandía?
Alfonso Reyes Echandía was Colombian.
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