Porfirio Díaz

Mexican general and President

Porfirio Díaz - Mexican general and President
Born

September 15th, 1830
194 years ago

Died

July 2nd, 1915
109 years ago — 84 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Mexico

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A military general and significant figure in Mexican politics, served as President multiple times from 1876 to 1911. Díaz rose to prominence during the French intervention in Mexico, defeating Maximilian I. His presidency was marked by modernization efforts and economic development, including railroads and telegraph lines. The political landscape under Díaz became increasingly authoritarian, leading to public unrest. The Mexican Revolution, starting in 1910, challenged his long-standing rule, ultimately forcing Díaz into exile in France in 1911.

Served as President of Mexico for 31 years

Defeated Maximilian I during the French intervention

Led economic modernization efforts in Mexico

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