Plutarco Elías Calles
Mexican general and 40th President of Mexico
Born
September 25th, 1877
147 years ago
Died
October 19th, 1945
79 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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