Juan Antonio Lavalleja facts for kids
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Juan Antonio Lavalleja
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Juan Antonio Lavalleja
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| President of Uruguay | |
| In office 1853–1853 |
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| Preceded by | Venancio Flores |
| Succeeded by | Fructuoso Rivera |
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| Born | 24 June 1784 |
| Died | 22 October 1853 (aged 69) |
Juan Antonio Lavalleja (born June 24, 1784 – died October 22, 1853) was an important leader in Uruguay. He was a revolutionary and a political figure. He was born in a place called Minas. Today, a whole area, the Lavalleja Department, is named after him!
Fighting for Independence
Juan Antonio Lavalleja is famous for leading a brave group called the "Thirty-Three Orientals". This group played a big part in Uruguay's fight for freedom. In 1825, they helped Uruguay declare its independence from Brazil. His leadership during this time is a very important story in Uruguayan history.
After Independence
After Uruguay became independent in 1825, Lavalleja wanted to become president. He was a rival to another leader named Fructuoso Rivera in 1830. Rivera won the election. Because he lost, Lavalleja started some protests and revolts.
Later, in 1852, Lavalleja was chosen to be part of a group of three leaders, called a triumvirate, who would govern Uruguay. Sadly, he passed away shortly after taking on this role.
His Legacy
Lavalleja is remembered as a rebel who led the fight against Brazil. He was a strong warrior and a major figure in Uruguay's early history after independence. He helped shape the country during a time when there were often civil wars.
Family Life
Juan Antonio Lavalleja married Ana Monterroso in 1817. Ana was the sister of another important person, José Benito Monterroso.
See also
- Politics of Uruguay
- Treaty of Independence of Cisplatine in a new country, the Uruguay - 1828
- Republic
- History of all constitutions of Brazil
- In Spanish: Juan Antonio Lavalleja para niños
