Santos Acosta
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In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is Acosta and the second or maternal family name is Castillo.
Manuel María de los Santos Acosta Castillo (November 1, 1828 – January 9, 1901) was a Colombian General and political figure. He served as the president of Colombia from 1867 until 1868.
Quick Facts 6th President of the United States of Colombia, Preceded by ...
Santos Acosta | |
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6th President of the United States of Colombia | |
In office May 23, 1867 (1867-05-23) – April 1, 1868 (1868-04-01) | |
Preceded by | Tomás Cipriano de Mosquera |
Succeeded by | Santos Gutiérrez |
8th President of the Sovereign State of Boyacá | |
In office 1866–1868 | |
Preceded by | Sergio Camargo |
Succeeded by | Aníbal Correa |
Personal details | |
Born | Manuel María de los Santos Acosta Castillo (1828-11-01)November 1, 1828 Miraflores, Boyacá, Gran Colombia |
Died | January 9, 1901(1901-01-09) (aged 72) Bogotá, Colombia |
Political party | Liberal |
Spouse | Carlota Larrota Castañeda |
Alma mater | Our Lady of the Rosary University |
Occupation | Physician, soldier (General), politician, rector |
Profession | Physician |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Colombia (Liberal Party) |
Branch/service | National Army of Colombia |
Years of service | 1854–1876 |
Rank | General |
Commands | Army Chief of Staff |
Battles/wars | |
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