Clemente Yerovi facts for kids

Clemente Yerovi Indaburu was an important figure in Ecuador's history. He served as the country's interim president for a short time in 1966. An interim president is someone who takes charge temporarily until a new leader can be chosen. Yerovi was also a politician and a businessman.

Who Was Clemente Yerovi?

Clemente Yerovi Indaburu was born on August 10, 1904. He passed away on July 19, 1981. He is remembered for his role in leading Ecuador during a transitional period.

Early Life and Education

Clemente Yerovi was born in Barcelona, Spain. His parents were Clemente Yerovi Matheus and María Indaburu Seminario. At the time, his father was working as Ecuador's consul general in Spain. A consul general represents their country in another nation.

Young Clemente studied at Vicente Rocafuerte High School in Guayaquil, Ecuador. He then continued his education at San Gabriel High School in Quito. He later married Victoria Gómez Ycaza. They had four children together.

Becoming President

Clemente Yerovi became the interim president of Ecuador on March 30, 1966. He took over from Telmo Vargas. His job was to lead the country temporarily. He served in this role until November 16, 1966. After his time as president, Otto Arosemena became the next leader.

Clemente Yerovi died on July 19, 1981, in Guayaquil, Ecuador. He was 76 years old.