Manuel María Lombardini
Mexican general and president
Born
July 23rd, 1802
223 years ago
Died
December 22nd, 1853
171 years ago — 51 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Mexico
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Served as a general in the Mexican army and held the position of president during a challenging period in the country's history. Lombardini's presidency focused on military and political stability amidst ongoing conflicts. Actively engaged in various military campaigns, he aimed to consolidate power and manage the turbulent socio-political landscape of Mexico.
Served as the president of Mexico from 1855 to 1857
Participated in the Mexican-American War
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