Emiliano Chamorro Vargas facts for kids
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Emiliano Chamorro Vargas
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| President of Nicaragua | |
| In office 14 March 1926 – 11 November 1926 |
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| Preceded by | Carlos José Solórzano |
| Succeeded by | Sebastián Uriza |
| In office 1 January 1917 – 1 January 1921 |
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| Vice President | Nemesio Martínez |
| Preceded by | Adolfo Díaz |
| Succeeded by | Diego Manuel Chamorro Bolaños |
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| Born | 11 May 1871 Acoyapa, Nicaragua |
| Died | 26 February 1966 (aged 94) Managua, Nicaragua |
| Political party | Conservative Party |
| Relations | Pedro Joaquín Chamorro Alfaro (granduncle) Fruto Chamorro Pérez (half-granduncle) |
Emiliano Chamorro Vargas was an important political leader in Nicaragua. He served as the President of Nicaragua two times. His first term was from 1917 to 1921. Later, he was president again for a short time in 1926. He came from a very well-known family in Nicaragua.
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Early Life and Political Beginnings
Emiliano Chamorro Vargas was born on May 11, 1871. His family, the Chamorros, was very influential in Nicaragua. Many of his relatives were also important leaders.
Emiliano first became involved in politics in 1893. He tried to help remove President José Santos Zelaya from power. This attempt was not successful at first.
However, President Zelaya was later removed in 1909. After this, Chamorro became a key leader. He was chosen as the head of the group that wrote the country's laws. He also became the leader of Nicaragua's Conservative Party.
Working with the United States
Emiliano Chamorro helped stop a revolt against President Adolfo Díaz. Because of his help, he was made Nicaragua's Minister to the United States. This meant he represented Nicaragua in the U.S.
In 1914, he worked on an important agreement. This was called the Bryan–Chamorro Treaty. Through this treaty, Nicaragua agreed to let the United States build a canal across the country. This canal would connect the Caribbean Sea with the Pacific Ocean. However, this canal was never built.
Becoming President
Emiliano Chamorro returned to Nicaragua in 1916. He then ran for president and won the election. His Conservative Party received help from the United States to gain power. During his time as president, he worked hard to pay off Nicaragua's debts to other countries.
He ran for president again in 1923 but lost to Carlos José Solórzano. In 1926, Chamorro led a successful overthrow of President Solórzano. This is called a coup. However, his new government did not get support from the United States. Nicaragua also faced a civil war. Because of these problems, he resigned from his position. He was replaced by Adolfo Díaz.
Later Years and Legacy
After his presidencies, Chamorro continued to serve Nicaragua. He worked as Nicaragua's minister in several European countries.
Later in his life, he was initially against the rule of Anastasio Somoza García. However, in 1950, they reached an agreement. This agreement allowed the Conservative Party to have some seats in the country's Congress. This decision, however, caused some members of his party to disagree with him.
Emiliano Chamorro Vargas passed away on February 26, 1966. He is remembered as a significant figure in Nicaraguan history.
Chamorro Family History
Emiliano Chamorro Vargas came from a very important family. The Chamorro family has been influential in Nicaragua for many years. They have played a big role in both politics and business.
Several members of his family also became presidents of Nicaragua. These included his granduncle Pedro Joaquín Chamorro Alfaro and his half-granduncle Fruto Chamorro Pérez. His nephew, Diego Manuel Chamorro Bolaños, also served as president.
Emiliano Chamorro Vargas did not have children of his own. He left his wealth to his nephews and nieces from both the Chamorro and Enriquez families.
See also
In Spanish: Emiliano Chamorro para niños
