Aquileo J. Echeverría facts for kids

Aquileo J. Echeverría around 1900.

Aquileo J. Echeverría was an important person from Costa Rica. He was born in San José, Costa Rica, on May 22, 1866. He passed away in Barcelona on March 11, 1909. Aquileo was a politician, a writer, and a journalist. He helped shape his country's history through his words and actions.

Early Life and Adventures

Starting Out in Costa Rica

Aquileo J. Echeverría finished his studies at the National Institute. After school, he faced some challenges. He decided to join the military. He took part in a military journey against a leader named Barrios in Guatemala.

Time in Nicaragua

After this military journey, Aquileo stayed in Nicaragua for a while. He became good friends with President General Cárdenas. Aquileo even worked for the Nicaraguan government during this time.

Return to Costa Rica and Public Service

Becoming a Journalist

Later, Aquileo J. Echeverría returned to his home country, Costa Rica. He started a new career as a journalist. He wrote for many well-known newspapers and magazines. Some of these included The Republic, Trade, Costa Rica Illustrated, and La Patria.

Working as a Diplomat

In 1887, Aquileo was given an important job. He became an Attaché at the Embassy of Costa Rica in Washington, D.C. This meant he helped with diplomatic work. While there, he played a part in a historic agreement. This agreement helped define the border between Costa Rica and Nicaragua.

Honors and Legacy

A National Award

Aquileo J. Echeverría is remembered in Costa Rica. An important national award was named after him. It is called the Premio Nacional Aquileo J. Echeverría. The Ministry of Youth Culture and Sports in Costa Rica created this award in 1961. It honors people who do great work in culture and arts.

Literary Work

Grave of Aquileo J. Echeverría in the General Cemetery of San José, Costa Rica.

Aquileo J. Echeverría was a talented writer. He wrote many poems and stories. His most famous works are known as "Concherías." These poems often describe the simple life and traditions of Costa Rica.

Here are some of his published works:

• Romances (1903)
• Romances and miscellaneous
• Concherías (1905)
• Poetry, concherías and epigrams (1918)
• Chronicles and my stories (1934)
• Concherías, romance and epigrams (1950)
• Concherías, ballads, epigrams and Other Poems (1953)

See also

In Spanish: Aquileo Echeverría para niños