Juan Lavalle
Argentine politician and military leader
Born
October 17th, 1797
228 years ago
Died
1841
184 years ago — 44 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Argentina
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A prominent figure in Argentine history, this individual played a critical role during the Argentine War of Independence and the subsequent civil wars. Born in 1797, this politician distinguished himself through military service and political maneuvering. He became a key leader in the Buenos Aires province and aligned with the Unitarians, advocating for centralized government. His tenure saw significant conflicts with Federalists, particularly during the civil wars of the 19th century. The individual was also involved in various campaigns aimed at establishing political order within the young nation. Contributions included both military and administrative leadership that helped shape the early Republic.
Served as governor of Buenos Aires province
Led military campaigns against Federalist forces
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