About Isidro Ayora
Lived 1879 – 1978 (aged 98). Isidro Ayora was an Ecuadorian politician, university teacher, gynecologist and surgeon.
Isidro Ramón Antonio Ayora Cueva (31 August 1879 – 22 March 1978) was an Ecuadorian political figure. He served as the 22nd President of Ecuador from 1926 to 1931. Isidro Ayora, a town in Guayas, and Puerto Ayora, are named after him. Some people call coins ayora because they were introduced by him.
Upon his death in 1978 at age 98, Ayora was the longest-living Ecuadorian president. His record was surpassed by Guillermo Rodríguez in 2023 when Rodríguez turned 100.
Honours 1930: Grand Cordon in the Order of Leopold.
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Who was Isidro Ayora?
President of Ecuador (1926 - 1931)
When was Isidro Ayora born?
Isidro Ayora was born on 2 September 1879 in Loja.
When did Isidro Ayora die?
Isidro Ayora died on 22 May 1978 in Los Angeles.
What was Isidro Ayora's occupation?
Isidro Ayora was a politician, university teacher, gynecologist and surgeon.
What nationality was Isidro Ayora?
Isidro Ayora was Ecuadorian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Isidro Ayora. https://biography.guide/isidro-ayora/
MLA: "Isidro Ayora." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/isidro-ayora/.
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