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Manuel de la Peña y Peña

President of Mexico (1789-1850)

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José Manuel de la Peña y Peña was a Mexican lawyer and judge who served two non-consecutive, but closely following, terms as the president of Mexico during the Mexican American War. In contrast to many other nineteenth-century Mexican presidents, he never served in the military, instead coming from a distinguished legal background.

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Born
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Place of birth
Mexico City wd
Died
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Place of death
Mexico City wd
Citizenship
Mexico, New Spain wd
Occupation
politician, diplomat, judge, minister wd
Political party
Liberal Party wd

Positions held wd

  • President of Mexico (16 September 1847 – 13 November 1847)
  • ambassador

Questions

When was Manuel de la Peña y Peña born?
Manuel de la Peña y Peña was born on 10 March 1789 in Mexico City.
What positions has Manuel de la Peña y Peña held?
Positions held by Manuel de la Peña y Peña include: President of Mexico (1847–1847); ambassador.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Manuel de la Peña y Peña · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q561564 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Manuel de la Peña y Peña.PNG by SUN RISE (book), Oil (Unknown) (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 15 November 2026

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