Manuel Montt

Chilean politician, 6th President of Chile

Manuel Montt - Chilean politician, 6th President of Chile
Born

September 4th, 1809
216 years ago

Died

September 21st, 1880
145 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Chile

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A scholar and politician, served as the 6th President of Chile from 1851 to 1861. Focused on education reform and the modernization of the political system. Advocated for a strong central government and supported the creation of new institutions to promote progress. Played a significant role in the expansion of the Chilean railway network.

Served as the 6th President of Chile

Promoted educational reform

Advanced the development of railways

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