José de La Mar

Peruvian military leader, President

José de La Mar - Peruvian military leader, President
Born

May 12th, 1776
248 years ago

Died

October 11th, 1830
194 years ago — 54 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Peru

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Military leader held the position of President of Peru from 1827 to 1828. Played a significant role in the country’s early independence struggles and was a key figure in the conflicts surrounding Peruvian independence from Spanish rule. His leadership was influential during the tumultuous period of the early republic in Peru.

Served as President of Peru

Participated in Peru's independence war

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