About José Rafael Gallegos
Lived 1784 – 1850 (aged 65). José Rafael Gallegos was a Costa Rican politician and judge.
José Rafael de Gallegos y Alvarado (31 October 1784, Cesantes, Spain – 14 August 1850) was president of Costa Rica's Junta Superior Gubernativa from October 1822 to January 1823 and head of state of Costa Rica from March 1833 until March 1835 and again from May 1845 to June 1846.
He was elected president by the legislature, even though his opponent won more electoral votes. He resigned from the presidency under criticism and has been characterized as an "ineffectual" president.
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Who was José Rafael Gallegos?
President of Costa Rica (1784-1835)
When was José Rafael Gallegos born?
José Rafael Gallegos was born on 31 October 1784 in Cartago.
When did José Rafael Gallegos die?
José Rafael Gallegos died on 14 August 1850 in San José.
What was José Rafael Gallegos's occupation?
José Rafael Gallegos was a politician and judge.
What nationality was José Rafael Gallegos?
José Rafael Gallegos was Costa Rican.
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