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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