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Diego José Benavente Bustamante

1790 – 1867

Chilean journalist and politician

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About Diego José Benavente Bustamante

Lived 1790 – 1867 (aged 77). Diego José Benavente Bustamante was a Chilean politician, journalist, military personnel and historian.

Diego José Benavente Bustamante (born 1790–21 June 1867) was a Chilean politician who served as President of the Senate of Chile.

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Important facts

Born

1 January 1790, Concepción

Birth century

18th century

Died

21 June 1867, Santiago

Occupation

Politician, journalist, military personnel, historian

Nationality

Chile, Chilean people

Positions held

Deputy of Chile, President of the Senate of Chile, Chilean Minister of Finance

Also known as

Diego Jose Benavente

Contemporaries

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Diego José Benavente Bustamante?

Chilean journalist and politician (1790-1867)

When was Diego José Benavente Bustamante born?

Diego José Benavente Bustamante was born on 1 January 1790 in Concepción.

When did Diego José Benavente Bustamante die?

Diego José Benavente Bustamante died on 21 June 1867 in Santiago.

What was Diego José Benavente Bustamante's occupation?

Diego José Benavente Bustamante was a politician, journalist, military personnel and historian.

What nationality was Diego José Benavente Bustamante?

Diego José Benavente Bustamante was Chilean.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Diego José Benavente Bustamante

· Wikidata: Q1220478

· DBpedia: Diego José Benavente

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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Diego José Benavente Bustamante. https://biography.guide/diego-jose-benavente-bustamante/

MLA: "Diego José Benavente Bustamante." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/diego-jose-benavente-bustamante/.

Chicago: "Diego José Benavente Bustamante." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/diego-jose-benavente-bustamante/.

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