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Birth of Benito Juárez
He was born in San Pablo Guelatao, Oaxaca. The son of Zapotec. -
Conclusion of studies of Benito Juárez
Entered the Sciences and Arts Institute, where he graduated as a lawyer. -
He was governor of Oaxaca Benito Juárez
He served as governor for a short time after the resignation of José Simeón Artega. At the end of that term, Juárez presented himself as a candidate for the next term and was elected. He achieved economic balance and completed several public works projects. -
The proclamation of the Tacubaya plan
Juárez did not support Comonfort new policies and was apprehended. He was released and fled the capital. -
The enactment of reform laws
The support of the radical party, Juárez issued what are called the Reform Laws, including independence of the state from the church, civil marriage, new regulations for graveyards and cemeteries, and the transfer of church property to the nation. -
The presidency of Benito Juárez in Mexico
Meanwhile, Juárez had taken command of the government. He held elections and won a mandate to continue. He ordered the suspension of foreign debt payments, provoking military expeditions from England, France, and Spain to Veracruz. -
French intervention
In the end, France was the only power that did not turn back, and , the intervention had begun. The French army was stopped at Puebla by Zaragoza. -
The fall of the republic
The city fell and Juárez left Mexico City, becoming the embodiment of Mexico's sovereignty during his exodus. -
The re-election of Benito Juárez
The French army withdrew due to events in Europe, and the restoration of the Republic began. Juárez was re-elected president and took office. -
The death of Benito Juárez
Benito Juárez died in the National Palace, as the insurrection was failing.