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Bartolomé Blanche

1879 – 1970

President of Chile

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About Bartolomé Blanche

Lived 1879 – 1970 (aged 91). Bartolomé Blanche was a Chilean soldier and politician.

Bartolomé Guillermo Blanche Espejo (June 6, 1879 – June 10, 1970) was a Chilean military officer and provisional president of Chile in 1932.

Life He was born in La Serena, Coquimbo Region, where he completed his early studies. Later, he was accepted at the military academy. He had a very successful military career and was promoted to brigadier general in 1927.

Politics In 1932, he became interior minister in the provisional government of Carlos Dávila. After the latter's resignation, he became provisional president on September 13, 1932. Nonetheless, the Antofagasta coup d'état of September 27, 1932, followed by the uprising of the army garrison of Concepción, forced him to resign less than a month later, on October 3.

He was replaced by Abraham Oyanedel, president of the Supreme Court of Justice.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Education
Bernardo O'Higgins Military School
Positions held
President of Chile
Also known as
Bartolome Blanche, Bartolomé Guillermo Blanche Espejo

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Bartolomé Blanche?

President of Chile (1879-1970)

When was Bartolomé Blanche born?

Bartolomé Blanche was born on 6 June 1879 in La Serena.

When did Bartolomé Blanche die?

Bartolomé Blanche died on 10 June 1970 in Santiago.

What was Bartolomé Blanche's occupation?

Bartolomé Blanche was a soldier and politician.

What nationality was Bartolomé Blanche?

Bartolomé Blanche was Chilean.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Bartolomé Blanche

· Wikidata: Q560228

· DBpedia: Bartolomé Blanche

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