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Tomás Cipriano de Mosquera

Colombian general and political figure (1798-1878)

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Tomás Cipriano Ignacio Maria de Mosquera y Figueroa Arboleda Salazar, Prieto de Tovar, Vergara, Silva, Hurtado de Mendoza, Urrutia y Guzmán was a Colombian general, political figure, and slaveholder. He was president of Colombia four times. The first time was as president of Republic of New Granada from 1845 to 1849. During the Colombian Civil War of 1860–1862 he led liberal forces in a civil war against conservative factions. After the liberals won, a new, federalist constitution was implemented, which established a two-year presidency, and the nation renamed the United States of Colombia. Mosquera served twice as president of the new government. From 1861 to 1862 he served in a non-elected, interim manner, while the constitution was written. From 1862 to 1864 he served in an elected manner. He had a fourth term from 1866 to 1867. Due to the liberal reforms carried out under his leadership, he is considered one of the most important persons in Colombian history of the 19th century.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Popayán wd
Died
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Place of death
Puracé wd
Citizenship
Colombia wd
Occupation
politician, statesperson, diplomat, soldier wd
Political party
Colombian Liberal Party wd
Education
University of Cauca wd

Positions held wd

  • President of Colombia (22 May 1866 – 1 November 1867)
  • President of Colombia (14 May 1863 – 8 April 1864)

Questions

When was Tomás Cipriano de Mosquera born?
Tomás Cipriano de Mosquera was born on 26 September 1798 in Popayán.
What positions has Tomás Cipriano de Mosquera held?
Positions held by Tomás Cipriano de Mosquera include: President of Colombia (1866–1867); President of Colombia (1863–1864).
Where did Tomás Cipriano de Mosquera study?
Tomás Cipriano de Mosquera was educated at University of Cauca.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Tomás Cipriano de Mosquera · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q3135880 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Portrait of Tomás Cipriano de Mosquera.jpg by Unknown author Unknown author (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 15 November 2026

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