Biographical Overview & Key Facts

Subject:

Alfredo Baldomir

Role / Field:

Uruguayan soldier, architect, and politician who served as President of Uruguay.

Born:

1884-08-27

Died:

1948-02-25

Century / Era:

1884s Historical Era

Database Source:

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Origins & Early Life

Alfredo Baldomir Ferrari (August 27, 1884 – February 25, 1948) was a Uruguayan soldier, architect and politician. He served as President of Uruguay from 1938 to 1943. Baldomir was born in Montevideo. He entered the Military Academy in 1900 after deciding to pursue a career in the military, but his fifth-year studies were interrupted by the 1904 revolution; during which he served in various military positions.

Pivotal Works & Achievements

He returned to the Military Academy following the end of hostilities, and became a fully commissioned officer in the army following his graduation. He later entered the School of Architecture; completing his studies there as well. He also served as an architect on the General Staff of the army from 1913 to 1919 and was appointed assistant chief of the bureau of military construction, where he contributed to the completion of various projects. He later became chief of the bureau; holding this position when Gabriel Terra became president. In March 1931 he was appointed chief of police of Montevideo, and in April 1934 was elected Second Vice President of the Republic.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

In September 1935 he accepted the portfolio of National Defense in the Cabinet; remaining in that...

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