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José de Posada Herrera

1814 – 1885

Spanish politician

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About José de Posada Herrera

Lived 1814 – 1885 (aged 71). José de Posada Herrera was a Spanish politician, university teacher, economist, minister and jurist.

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Important facts

Born

31 March 1814, Llanes

Birth century

19th century

Died

7 September 1885, Llanes

Occupation

Politician, university teacher, economist, minister, jurist

Nationality

Spain

Positions held

Member of the Cortes during the reign of Isabel II, Senator of the Kingdom, Ambassador of Spain to the Holy See, President of the State Council

Awards

Knight of the Order of the Golden Fleece; Grand Cross of the Order of Charles III; Grand Cross of the Order of Isabella the Catholic; Knight of the Order of the Immaculate Conception of Vila Viçosa

Also known as

Jose de Posada Herrera

Contemporaries

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Frequently asked questions

Who was José de Posada Herrera?

Spanish politician (1814-1885)

When was José de Posada Herrera born?

José de Posada Herrera was born on 31 March 1814 in Llanes.

When did José de Posada Herrera die?

José de Posada Herrera died on 7 September 1885 in Llanes.

What was José de Posada Herrera's occupation?

José de Posada Herrera was a politician, university teacher, economist, minister and jurist.

What nationality was José de Posada Herrera?

José de Posada Herrera was Spanish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: José de Posada Herrera

· Wikidata: Q1229886

· DBpedia: José Posada Herrera

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