Miguel de San Román facts for kids
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Miguel de San Román Meza
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| 14th President of Peru | |
| In office October 24, 1862 – April 3, 1863 |
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| Vice President | Juan Antonio Pezet Pedro Diez Canseco |
| Preceded by | Ramón Castilla |
| Succeeded by | Ramón Castilla |
| 3rd Prime Minister of Peru | |
| In office July 15, 1858 – October 1858 |
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| President | Ramón Castilla |
| Preceded by | José Maria Raygada y Gallo |
| Succeeded by | José Maria Raygada y Gallo |
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| Born | May 17, 1802 Puno, Peru |
| Died | April 3, 1863 (aged 60) Lima, Peru |
| Profession | Soldier |
Miguel de San Román Meza (born May 17, 1802, in Puno, Peru – died April 3, 1863, in Lima, Peru) was an important Peruvian leader. He served as the 14th President of Peru. His time as president was short, lasting from 1862 to 1863.
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Miguel de San Román: A Peruvian Leader
Miguel de San Román was a soldier and politician. He played a big role in Peru's early years as an independent country. He helped shape the nation after it gained freedom.
Early Life and Military Career
Miguel de San Román was born in Puno, a city in Peru. He started his military career very young. In 1822, he joined the army under Simón Bolívar. Bolívar was a famous leader who helped many South American countries become free.
San Román fought in the Battle of Ayacucho. This battle was a very important moment for Peru. It helped secure Peru's independence from Spain. After this, he took part in many other battles. These fights happened during Peru's first years as a republic. He supported another leader named Agustín Gamarra. San Román stayed loyal to Gamarra even after a big defeat. This defeat happened in the Battle of Ingavi.
Earning the Title of Gran Mariscal
Even after the defeat at Ingavi, San Román was honored. He received the title of Gran Mariscal. This is a very high rank in the military. It shows he was a respected and skilled soldier.
Steps to Becoming President
Miguel de San Román held many important jobs before becoming president. From 1845 to 1849, he was the "President of the Council of State." This was a key government position.
Later, he served as the President of the National Convention. This was from 1855 to 1856. In 1855, he became the Minister of War. He worked under President Ramón Castilla. Castilla was another important figure in Peruvian history. San Román also served as Prime Minister of Peru. This was from July to October 1858.
Election as President
In 1862, Miguel de San Román was elected President of Peru. This was a big achievement for him. He had worked his way up through many important roles.
Key Changes During His Presidency
Even though his presidency was short, San Román made some important changes. In 1863, he introduced the Peruvian Sol currency. This new money helped Peru's economy.
He also adopted the decimal system for weights and measures. This meant that things like length and weight were measured using units based on ten. This made trade and daily life easier for everyone.
His Final Days
Miguel de San Román's time as president was cut short. He died just a few months after taking office. He passed away on April 3, 1863. His death happened in the Chorrillos area of Lima.
See also
In Spanish: Miguel de San Román para niños
- List of prime ministers of Peru
- List of presidents of Peru
