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Manuel Herrera y Obes

1806 – 1890

Uruguayan politician

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About Manuel Herrera y Obes

Lived 1806 – 1890 (aged 83–84). Manuel Herrera y Obes was an Uruguayan diplomat and politician.

Manuel Herrera y Obes (1806–1890) was an Uruguayan politician and diplomat, and one of the main leaders of the government of Montevideo ("La Defensa") during the Uruguayan Civil War ("La Guerra Grande"). He was Minister of Finance from 1852 to 1853.

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Important facts

Born
1806, Viceroyalty of the Río de la Plata, Montevideo
Birth century
19th century
Died
1890, Montevideo
Occupation
Diplomat, politician
Nationality
Uruguay
Positions held
Minister of Foreign Affairs

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Manuel Herrera y Obes?

Uruguayan politician (1806-1890)

When was Manuel Herrera y Obes born?

Manuel Herrera y Obes was born in 1806 in Viceroyalty of the Río de la Plata, Montevideo.

When did Manuel Herrera y Obes die?

Manuel Herrera y Obes died in 1890 in Montevideo.

What was Manuel Herrera y Obes's occupation?

Manuel Herrera y Obes was a diplomat and politician.

What nationality was Manuel Herrera y Obes?

Manuel Herrera y Obes was Uruguayan.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Manuel Herrera y Obes

· Wikidata: Q1891560

· DBpedia: Manuel Herrera y Obes

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