Ignacio María González (politician) facts for kids
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Ignacio María González Santín
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 2nd Supreme Chief of the Dominican Republic |
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| In office January 2, 1874 – January 22, 1874 |
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| Preceded by | Buenaventura Báez |
| Succeeded by | Generals-in-Chief: Ignacio María González Manuel Altagracia Cáceres |
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| In office January 22, 1874 – April 6, 1874 |
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| Preceded by | Ignacio María González |
| Succeeded by | Ignacio María González |
| 14th President of the Dominican Republic |
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| In office April 6, 1874 – February 23, 1876 |
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| Preceded by | Generals-in-Chief: Ignacio María González Manuel Altagracia Cáceres |
| Succeeded by | Council of Secretaries of State |
| 3rd Supreme Chief of the Dominican Republic |
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| In office November 11, 1876 – December 9, 1876 |
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| Preceded by | Superior Governing Junta |
| Succeeded by | Marcos Antonio Cabral |
| 18th President of the Dominican Republic |
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| In office July 6, 1878 – September 2, 1878 |
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| Preceded by | Cesareo Guillermo |
| Succeeded by | People's Military Chiefs |
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| Born | January 26, 1838 Saint-Domingue (now Santo Domingo), Ozama Department, Island of Haiti (now in the Dominican Republic) |
| Died | February 8, 1915 (aged 77) Santo Domingo, Santo Domingo Province (now "Distrito Nacional"), Dominican Republic |
| Political party | Green Party |
| Spouse | Dolores Roselló Miret |
Ignacio María González (born January 26, 1838 – died February 8, 1915) was an important politician from the Dominican Republic. He served as the country's president multiple times during his career. He was known for his leadership in a time when the Dominican Republic was still quite new and facing many challenges.
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Early Life and Political Beginnings
Ignacio María González was born in Santo Domingo, which is now the capital city of the Dominican Republic. At the time of his birth, the island was under Haitian rule. He grew up during a period of big changes for his country.
He became involved in politics as an adult. He was part of the Green Party, which was one of the political groups in the Dominican Republic at that time.
Becoming a Leader: Supreme Chief and General in Chief
González first held powerful positions in 1874. He became the Supreme Chief of the Dominican Republic on January 2, 1874. This was a very important leadership role.
Just a few weeks later, on January 22, 1874, he transitioned to another key position: General in Chief. This showed his strong influence in both political and military matters.
Years as President of the Dominican Republic
Ignacio María González served as the 14th President of the Dominican Republic. His first presidential term began on April 6, 1874. He held this office for nearly two years, until February 23, 1876. During this time, he worked to lead the young nation.
After a short break, he returned to power as the 3rd Supreme Chief of the Dominican Republic. This term was from November 11 to December 9, 1876.
He later became president again, serving as the 18th President of the Dominican Republic. This second presidential term started on July 6, 1878, and lasted until September 2, 1878.
Later Life and Legacy
Ignacio María González lived a long life, passing away in 1915 in Santo Domingo. He was a key figure in the early political history of the Dominican Republic. His multiple terms in leadership roles, including as president, show his lasting impact on the country's development.
See also
In Spanish: Ignacio María González (político) para niños
