When was Eleazar López Contreras born?

Eleazar López Contreras was born on 5 May 1883 in Táchira.

What positions has Eleazar López Contreras held?

Positions held by Eleazar López Contreras include: President of Venezuela (1935–1941); senator for life.

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Eleazar López Contreras

President of Venezuela (1935–1941)

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José Eleazar López Contreras (5 May 1883 – 2 January 1973) was a Venezuelan politician who served as the 36th President of Venezuela from 1935 to 1941. He was Minister of War under President Juan Vicente Gómez from 1931 to 1935.

Quick facts

Born: 5 May 1883 wd
Place of birth: Táchira wd
Died: 2 January 1973 wd
Place of death: Caracas wd
Citizenship: Venezuela wd
Occupation: politician, military personnel wd
Political party: independent politician wd

Positions held wd

President of Venezuela (17 December 1935 – 5 May 1941)
senator for life

About

Gómez fell into a coma and died in 1935, and López was selected to succeed him. A new constitution was created in 1936, and López did some reforms for workers and oil companies.

Questions

When was Eleazar López Contreras born?: Eleazar López Contreras was born on 5 May 1883 in Táchira.
What positions has Eleazar López Contreras held?: Positions held by Eleazar López Contreras include: President of Venezuela (1935–1941); senator for life.

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Last updated 31 October 2026 · facts checked 6 November 2026

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