Gustavo Jiménez

Peruvian Colonel and President

Gustavo Jiménez - Peruvian Colonel and President
Born

April 5th, 1886
139 years ago

Died

1933
92 years ago — 47 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Peru

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Served as the 73rd President of Peru. Held the rank of colonel in the Peruvian military. Managed political affairs during a turbulent period in Peru's history. Focused on issues of national governance and reform. Played a significant role in shaping the country's political landscape.

Served as the 73rd President of Peru from 1931 to 1932

Held a military rank of colonel

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