Ramón Corral

Mexican politician and general, Vice President

Ramón Corral - Mexican politician and general, Vice President
Born

January 10th, 1854
171 years ago

Died

1912
113 years ago — 58 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Mexico

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Served as the 6th Vice President of Mexico from 1904 to 1911. Participated actively in military and political affairs during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Held significant influence during the presidency of Porfirio Díaz. Appointed various military and political roles, shaping military strategy and governance in Mexico.

Served as Vice President under Porfirio Díaz

Participated in military leadership during the Mexican Revolution

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