Mateo de Toro Zambrano
1st Count of La Conquista in Chile
Born
September 20th, 1685
339 years ago
Died
1811
214 years ago — 126 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Chile
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A prominent figure in Chilean history, served as the first President of the First Government Junta of Chile in 1810. His leadership during the early stages of Chile's struggle for independence from Spanish rule was significant. Appointed as Count of La Conquista, played a crucial role in shaping the administrative structure of the emerging nation. Engaged with various factions and worked towards establishing a functional government amidst the tumult of revolution.
Presidency of the First Government Junta of Chile
Being appointed 1st Count of La Conquista
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