Venustiano Carranza
Mexican politician, 37th President of Mexico
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About Venustiano Carranza
Venustiano Carranza, his full name, Jose Venustiano Carranza de la Garza was a famous wealthy Mexican political leader during the “Mexican civil war”. He was the president of Mexico in 1917, following the proclamation of the “Mexican Constitution of 1917”, and served until 1920.
Background & Education
The politician was born in Cuatro, Cienegas in Mexico. He was educated at Ateneo Fuente and the Escuela Nacional Preparatoria. Although his dream was to become a doctor, he eventually switched to politics and began participating in active local politics during the era of Mexican dictator Porfirio Diaz.
Political Career
In 1910, he joined forces with Francisco Madero to take power from Porfirio Diaz. He then became the governor of Coahuila.
However, in 1913, he led forces against Mexican leader Victoriano Huerta, who assassinated Francisco Modero. Huerta fled Mexico in 1914 and by 1916, he had garnered enough political power to revise the country’s “1857 liberal constitution”.
In 1917, he was elected as the president of Mexico through the proclamation of the “Mexican Constitution 1917”. However, after his service ended in December 1920, he made several unsuccessful attempts to impose Ignacio Bonillas on the country as his successor.
Death
He was betrayed and killed by robbers on 21 May 1920. He died at age 60.
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When is Venustiano Carranza's birthday?
Venustiano Carranza's birthday is on December 21, 1859.
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How old was Venustiano Carranza when he/she died?
Venustiano Carranza was 60 years old.
When did Venustiano Carranza die?
Venustiano Carranza died in May 21, 1920.
How old would Venustiano Carranza be today?
Venustiano Carranza would be 164 years old if he/she was alive today.
Where was Venustiano Carranza from?
Venustiano Carranza was born in Cuatro Ciénegas, Coahuila, Mexico.