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Melchor Múzquiz

President of Mexico (1790-1844)

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José Ventura Melchor Ciriaco de Ecay-Múzquiz y Arrieta was a Mexican soldier and politician who became the 5th President of Mexico after president Anastasio Bustamante stepped down to personally lead his armies against an 1832 insurgency known as the Plan of Veracruz.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Ciudad Melchor Múzquiz wd
Died
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Place of death
Mexico City wd
Citizenship
Spain, New Spain wd
Occupation
politician, military personnel wd
Political party
Liberal Party wd
Spouse
Joaquina Bezares wd

Positions held wd

  • President of Mexico (14 August 1832 – 24 December 1832)

Questions

When was Melchor Múzquiz born?
Melchor Múzquiz was born on 5 January 1790 in Ciudad Melchor Múzquiz.
What positions has Melchor Múzquiz held?
Positions held by Melchor Múzquiz include: President of Mexico (1832–1832).

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Melchor Múzquiz · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q656792 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Melchor Múzquiz (Ovalo).png (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 10 November 2026

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"Melchor Múzquiz". DigiNepal. Last updated 9 November 2026. https://diginpl.com/people/melchor-muzquiz. Retrieved 10 November 2026.

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