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Jacinto Peynado
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 President of the Dominican Republic |
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| In office August 16, 1938 – February 24, 1940 |
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| Vice President | Manuel de Jesús Troncoso de la Concha |
| Preceded by | Rafael Trujillo |
| Succeeded by | Manuel de Jesús Troncoso de la Concha |
| Vice President of the Dominican Republic |
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| In office August 16, 1934 – August 16, 1938 |
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| Preceded by | Vacant |
| Succeeded by | Manuel de Jesús Troncoso de la Concha |
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| Born | February 15, 1878 San Cristóbal, Dominican Republic |
| Died | March 7, 1940 (age 62) Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic |
| Nationality | Dominican |
| Political party | Dominican Party |
| Spouse | María de las Mercedes Soler Machado |
| Relations | Jacinto Peynado Garrigosa (grandson) Francisco José Peynado Huttlinger (half-brother) José María Bonetti Burgos (half-nephew) José Miguel Bonetti (half-grandnephew) |
| Children | 9 |
| Residence | Santo Domingo |
| Alma mater | Professional Institute |
| Profession | Attorney |
Jacinto Bienvenido Peynado Peynado (born February 15, 1878 – died March 7, 1940) was a president of the Dominican Republic. He served from August 16, 1938, to February 24, 1940. This was during the time when Rafael Trujillo was the country's powerful leader.
Trujillo was a dictator, meaning he had complete control over the country for 31 years. He chose several people to be "ceremonial presidents." These presidents held the title, but Trujillo still made all the important decisions behind the scenes. Before becoming president, Peynado was Trujillo's vice president from 1934 to 1938.
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Early Life and Education
Jacinto Peynado came from a well-known family in the Dominican Republic. His parents were Jacinto Peynado Tejón and Manuela María Peynado.
He studied law in Santo Domingo and became a lawyer. Later, he taught law as a professor at the University of Santo Domingo.
Political Career Beginnings
Peynado started his political career in 1914. President Ramón Báez appointed him as the minister for justice. This role is like being the country's top lawyer. He also oversaw public education.
He kept these positions when Juan Isidro Jimenez became president. Peynado also served as the minister of the interior. This job included managing the National Police in the Dominican Republic.
His brother, Francisco, was also important in politics. Francisco helped negotiate a treaty with Charles Evans Hughes. This treaty ended the occupation of the Dominican Republic by the United States Marines in 1924.
Path to the Presidency
Jacinto Peynado briefly served as an interim president in 1930. This happened during the dictatorship of Rafael Trujillo. He took over from Rafael Estrella Urena from April 22 to May 21, 1930. Urena then returned to the presidency.
After this, Peynado became the secretary of the interior, police, and war in Trujillo's government. In 1932, he became secretary to the president. Then, in 1934, he was elected as Trujillo's vice president.
Becoming President Under Trujillo
In 1938, Trujillo personally chose Peynado to be the next president. Peynado officially became president on August 16, 1938. However, Trujillo still held most of the power and controlled the country.
Peynado remained president until February 24, 1940. He had to leave office because of poor health. His vice president, Manuel de Jesús Troncoso de la Concha, then took over. Jacinto Peynado passed away in Santo Domingo on March 7, 1940.
Family Life
Jacinto Peynado married María de las Mercedes Soler Machado on February 14, 1900. They had nine children together. Their names were Ramón, Rosa Mercedes, José Bienvenido, Cristina Natalia, María Mireya, Enrique, María Dinorah, María Musetta, and Augusta Victoria. Eight of their children lived past childhood.
His grandson, also named Jacinto Peynado, followed in his footsteps. He served as the vice president of the Dominican Republic from 1994 to 1996.
See also
In Spanish: Jacinto Peynado para niños
