Plutarco Elías Calles

Mexican general and 40th President of Mexico

Plutarco Elías Calles - Mexican general and 40th President of Mexico
Born

September 25th, 1877
148 years ago

Died

October 19th, 1945
80 years ago — 68 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Mexico

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Served as the 40th President of Mexico from 1924 to 1928. Played a crucial role in the post-Revolutionary period, focusing on the consolidation of power and land reform. His presidency was marked by efforts to secularize the state and reduce the influence of the Catholic Church. After leaving office, established the National Revolutionary Party, which later evolved into the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI), centralizing political power in Mexico. His political influence extended well beyond his presidency, having a lasting impact on Mexican politics for decades.

Served as President of Mexico from 1924 to 1928

Founded the National Revolutionary Party

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