Julio de Vedia
Argentine general (1826–1892) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is Vedia and the second or maternal family name is Pérez.
Julio Fabián de Vedia Pérez (1826-1892) was an Argentine Divisional General who was prominent within the Paraguayan War and the Conquest of the Desert. He was known for founding the city of Nueve de Julio, Buenos Aires, the 1st Governor of the Chaco Governorate as well as the brother-in-law of President Bartolomé Mitre.
Quick Facts 1st Governor of the Chaco Governorate, President ...
Julio de Vedia | |
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1st Governor of the Chaco Governorate | |
In office January 31, 1872 – January 31, 1875 | |
President | Bartolomé Mitre |
Vice President | Adolfo Alsina |
Preceded by | Office Established |
Succeeded by | Belisario Gache |
Personal details | |
Born | (1826-01-20)January 20, 1826 Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires Province, Río de la Plata |
Died | August 26, 1892(1892-08-26) (aged 66) Buenos Aires, Argentina |
Spouse | Lasthenia del Carmen Videla |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Cerrito Government State of Buenos Aires Argentina |
Branch | National Army of Uruguay Argentine Army |
Years of service | 1838–1880 1883–1892 |
Rank | General de división |
Battles/wars | List
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