Mateo de Toro Zambrano

1st Count of La Conquista in Chile

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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