Nicolás Avellaneda
Argentinian President and journalist
Born
October 3rd, 1837
187 years ago
Died
November 24th, 1885
139 years ago — 48 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Argentina
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Served as the 8th President of Argentina from 1874 to 1880. Improved education and infrastructure during presidential term. Contributed to national policy and economic growth through various reforms. Promoted immigration to bolster Argentina's population and workforce. Advocated for the expansion of railroads and telegraph lines.
Implemented education reforms
Promoted immigration policies
Expanded infrastructure projects
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