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Luis Piñeyro del Campo

1853 – 1909

Uruguayan lawyer, politician and philanthropist

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About Luis Piñeyro del Campo

Lived 1853 – 1909 (aged 56). Luis Piñeyro del Campo was an Uruguayan politician, lawyer, writer, philanthropist and jurist.

Luis Piñeyro del Campo (Montevideo, 15 August 1853 - Paris, 21 August 1909) was a Uruguayan lawyer, politician and philanthropist.

Biography A member of the Constitutional Party, he served as foreign minister in the cabinet of Juan Idiarte Borda.

A practising Roman Catholic, all his life he contributed to important charities and public institutions dealing with sick people, orphans and poors.

The former Asilo de Mendigos was named in his honour as Hospital Luis Piñeyro del Campo.

Works Piñeyro was also a writer. His most notable work is:

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Important facts

Born
15 August 1853, Montevideo
Birth century
19th century
Died
21 August 1909
Occupation
Politician, lawyer, writer, philanthropist, jurist
Nationality
Uruguay
Education
University of the Republic
Positions held
Minister of Foreign Affairs
Also known as
Luis Pineyro del Campo

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Luis Piñeyro del Campo?

Uruguayan lawyer, politician and philanthropist

When was Luis Piñeyro del Campo born?

Luis Piñeyro del Campo was born on 15 August 1853 in Montevideo.

When did Luis Piñeyro del Campo die?

Luis Piñeyro del Campo died on 21 August 1909.

What was Luis Piñeyro del Campo's occupation?

Luis Piñeyro del Campo was a politician, lawyer, writer, philanthropist and jurist.

What nationality was Luis Piñeyro del Campo?

Luis Piñeyro del Campo was Uruguayan.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Luis Piñeyro del Campo

· Wikidata: Q9025314

· DBpedia: Luis Piñeyro del Campo

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