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Manuel Bonilla

1849 – 1913

President of Honduras

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About Manuel Bonilla

Lived 1849 – 1913 (aged 63). Manuel Bonilla was a Honduran politician and general.

General Manuel Bonilla Chirinos (7 June 1849 – 21 March 1913) was a military officer with the rank of Major General and President of Honduras from 13 April 1903 to 25 February 1907, and again from 1 February 1912 to 21 March 1913. He had previously served as Vice President of Honduras from 1895 to 1899.

Manuel Bonilla Chirinos was born in Juticalpa, Olancho, on 7 June 1849. His parents were Jorge Bonilla and María Dominga Chirinos. He was initially liberal and active in the Partido Liberal de Honduras (PLH) and led the Manuelistas to form the right-wing Partido Nacional de Honduras (PNH).

In December 1910, Bonilla led an insurrection against led President Davila. The United States negotiated an armistice between the factions where it was agreed to hold elections in March 1911. During his presidency, the country's schools are said to have improved and the mining industry to have benefited. He commissioned the construction of the Teatro Nacional Manuel Bonilla in the capital Tegucigalpa.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Manuel Bonilla?

President of Honduras (1849-1913)

When was Manuel Bonilla born?

Manuel Bonilla was born on 7 June 1849 in Juticalpa.

When did Manuel Bonilla die?

Manuel Bonilla died on 21 March 1913 in Tegucigalpa.

What was Manuel Bonilla's occupation?

Manuel Bonilla was a politician and general.

What nationality was Manuel Bonilla?

Manuel Bonilla was Honduran.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Manuel Bonilla

· Wikidata: Q881518

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