About José Manuel Hernández
Lived 1853 – 1921 (aged 67–68). José Manuel Hernández was a Venezuelan politician and military personnel.
José Manuel Hernández (1853 – 25 August 1921) was a popular Venezuelan caudillo, army general, congressman, presidential candidate and cabinet member who was also involved in numerous insurrections.
Biography
Hernández was born in Caracas, Venezuela.
Called El Mocho (the hand-less) after his right hand was crippled as a result from a battle wound, he is particularly well known for his numerous rebellions and imprisonments and for the modernity of his presidential campaign, which involved rallies, meetings, campaign posters and tours around the country.
In 1911 he was exiled by the Juan Vicente Gómez regime; subsequently he lived in Puerto Rico, Cuba and the United States, where he died in New York City in 1921.
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Who was José Manuel Hernández?
Venezuelan politician
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José Manuel Hernández was born in 1853 in Caracas.
When did José Manuel Hernández die?
José Manuel Hernández died on 25 August 1921 in New York.
What was José Manuel Hernández's occupation?
José Manuel Hernández was a politician and military personnel.
What nationality was José Manuel Hernández?
José Manuel Hernández was Venezuelan.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). José Manuel Hernández. https://biography.guide/jose-manuel-hernandez/
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