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Juan Manuel del Mar
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4th Vice President of Peru
In office
October 24, 1858 – June 16, 1862
President Ramón Castilla
Preceded by Office reestablished (Last held by Antonio Gutiérrez de la Fuente in 1831)
Succeeded by Vacant (Juan Antonio Pezet and Pedro Diez Canseco elected in October 1862)
1st Prime Minister of Peru
In office
December 1856 – 1857
President Ramón Castilla
Preceded by Office established
Succeeded by José María Raygada y Gallo
Minister of Government, Worship and Public Works
In office
April 1, 1857 – July 13, 1858
President Ramón Castilla
Preceded by Ignacio de Osma
Succeeded by Manuel Morales
Minister of Government, Justice and Worship
In office
December 1855 – October 24, 1856
President Ramón Castilla
Preceded by Manuel Toribio Ureta
Succeeded by Jervasio Alvarez y Montaño
Senator from Cusco
In office
1845–1846
Member of the Chamber of Deputies
In office
July 29, 1832 – December 22, 1832
Constituency Paucartambo, Cusco
Personal details
Born (1805-12-29)December 29, 1805
Lima, Viceroyalty of Peru
Died June 16, 1862(1862-06-16) (aged 56)
Lima, Peru
Nationality  Peruvian
Spouse Clara Buendía y Carrillo
Parents Pablo del Mar
Margarita Bernedo
Alma mater Saint Anthony the Abbot Seminary
Occupation Statesman
Profession Lawyer

Juan Manuel del Mar Bernedo (born December 29, 1805 – died June 16, 1862) was an important Peruvian politician. He lived in the 19th century. He served as the 4th Vice President of Peru. This important role lasted from October 1858 to June 1862.

Who Was Juan Manuel del Mar?

Juan Manuel del Mar Bernedo was a key figure in Peru's history. He was a statesman, which means he was a skilled and respected leader in government. He helped shape Peru during a time of change.

Early Life and Education

Juan Manuel del Mar was born in Lima, which was then part of the Viceroyalty of Peru. This was before Peru became fully independent. He studied at the Saint Anthony the Abbot Seminary. There he became a Lawyer. This education prepared him for a life in public service.

Starting in Politics

His political career began early. In 1832, he became a member of the Chamber of Deputies. This was like being a representative in Peru's parliament. He represented the Paucartambo Province in Cusco. Later, from 1845 to 1846, he served as a Senator from Cusco. A Senator is another type of elected official in the government.

Important Roles He Held

Juan Manuel del Mar held many high-level jobs in the Peruvian government. He worked closely with President Ramón Castilla. Castilla was a very influential leader in Peru.

First Prime Minister

One of his most notable roles was becoming the very first Prime Minister of Peru. He held this position from December 1856 to 1857. The Prime Minister leads the government's cabinet. This was a new and important job at the time.

Vice President of Peru

From 1858 to 1862, he served as the 4th Vice President of Peru. The Vice President is the second-highest leader in the country. They are ready to take over if the President cannot do their job.

Other Government Jobs

He also served as a Minister in different government departments. From 1855 to 1856, he was the Minister of Government, Justice, and Worship. Later, from 1857 to 1858, he was the Minister of Government, Worship, and Public Works. These roles involved managing important parts of the country's daily operations.

What He Is Remembered For

Juan Manuel del Mar Bernedo passed away on June 16, 1862, in Lima, Peru. He is remembered as a dedicated statesman. He played a crucial role in Peru's government during the mid-19th century. His work helped establish important political structures in the young nation.

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