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Joaquín Suárez

1781 – 1868

President of Uruguay

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About Joaquín Suárez

Lived 1781 – 1868 (aged 87). Joaquín Suárez was an Uruguayan politician and diplomat.

Joaquín Luis Miguel Suárez de Rondelo (August 18, 1781 in Canelones – December 26, 1868 in Montevideo) was a Uruguayan politician.

Head of State of Uruguay

In December 1828, Suárez served as the first head of state of the territory that was about to be known as Uruguay two years later.

President of Uruguay He served as the President of the Senate of Uruguay from 1841 to 1845. Suárez served in the office designated as President of Uruguay from 1843 to 1852, during the Uruguayan Civil War. However, his effective rule was limited to the old city of Montevideo; historians remember this rule as "Gobierno de la Defensa" (Defense Government), as he was defending the city during the Great Siege of Montevideo, which in turn was led by Manuel Oribe, who ruled over the rest of the country.

He was the country's longest ruling president.

Designer of Uruguayan flag He is credited with designing the Uruguayan flag.

Legacy The town of Joaquín Suárez is named after him.

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President of Uruguay
Also known as
Joaquin Suarez de Rondelo

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Joaquín Suárez?

president of Uruguay

When was Joaquín Suárez born?

Joaquín Suárez was born on 18 August 1781 in Canelones, Canelones Department.

When did Joaquín Suárez die?

Joaquín Suárez died on 26 December 1868 in Montevideo.

What was Joaquín Suárez's occupation?

Joaquín Suárez was a politician and diplomat.

What nationality was Joaquín Suárez?

Joaquín Suárez was Uruguayan.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Joaquín Suárez

· Wikidata: Q280985

· DBpedia: Joaquín Suárez

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