Biographical Overview & Key Facts

Subject:

Juan José Flores

Role / Field:

Venezuelan-born general and first President of the Republic of Ecuador.

Born:

1800-07-19

Died:

1864-10-01

Century / Era:

1800s Historical Era

Database Source:

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Origins & Early Life

Juan José Flores y Aramburu (19 July 1800 – 1 October 1864) was a Venezuelan-born military general who became the first (in 1830), third (in 1839) and fourth (in 1843) President of the new Republic of Ecuador. He is often referred to as "The Founder of the Republic" or "Founder of Ecuador." Juan José Flores' contemporaries described his physical appearance as a proud man in military uniform, slender and short but well proportioned, with a handsome countenance that radiates quick intelligence and a commanding presence. Juan José Flores appeared to be self-taught, and despite his scant rudimentary education, he became an eloquent orator and an avid reader of contemporary authors such as Rousseau, Montesquieu, Holbach, and Vattel. Juan José Flores was so fascinated with reading that in 1826 he asked for and received a shipment of books from General Santander, then vice-president of the Gran Colombia.

Pivotal Works & Achievements

Later in life, the professors of the University of Quito recognized Juan Jose Flores' efforts and bestowed an honorary doctorate on Flores in 1842. Juan José Flores Aramburu was born on 19 July 1800, in the city of Puerto Cabello, Venezuela, the illegitimate...

Enduring Legacy & Impact

The historical impact and works continue to influence the modern world.

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