José E. Colom
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José Enrique Colom Martínez (5 February 1889 – c. 1960) was acting governor of Puerto Rico between 25 June 1939 and 11 September 1939 after the previous governor, Blanton C. Winship, was removed from office by President Franklin D. Roosevelt for abuse of his authority in depriving the people of Puerto Rico of their civil rights.
In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is Colom and the second or maternal family name is Martínez.
Quick Facts Acting Governor of Puerto Rico, Preceded by ...
José E. Colom | |
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Acting Governor of Puerto Rico | |
In office May 12, 1939 – September 11, 1939 | |
Preceded by | Blanton Winship |
Succeeded by | William D. Leahy |
Personal details | |
Born | February 5, 1889 Ponce, Puerto Rico, New Spain |
Died | November 16, 1973 (aged 84) Hato Rey, Puerto Rico |
Education | University of Pennsylvania (BS) |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Rank | Coronel |
Unit | Army National Guard • 296th Infantry Regiment |
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