Manuel Montt
Chilean politician, 6th President of Chile
Born
September 4th, 1809
215 years ago
Died
September 21st, 1880
144 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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