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He was born
Benito Juarez was born March 21 1806. His parents were Brigida Garcia was his mother and Marcelino Juarez was his father. He was born in San Pablo Guelatao, Mexico. -
His parents died
Benito's mother and father died October 6 1809. Benito was only 3 years old. He was sent to live with his grandparents then his uncle. -
He leaves his home
17 Dec 1818 Benito decides to leave his home. He flees to the city of Oaxaca. Where he soon calls home. -
He gets his law degree
In 1834, he received his law degree. He became immensely active in the political sphere in both the city and the state level. By this time, he was much appreciated for defending the rights of natives. -
He gets mariied and has children
In 1843, Benito Juárez married Margarita Maza on July 31, 1843. they had 13 children, Benito Juárez Maza, Soledad Juárez Maza,Felícitas Juárez Maza,Francisca Jerónima Juárez Maza, Antonio Juárez Maza,Amada Juárez Maza,María Guadalupe Juárez Maza,Manuela Juárez Maza,José María Juárez Maza,María de Jesús Juárez Maza,Margarita Juárez Maza,Josefa Juárez Maza,Susana Juárez Chagoya but only one survived to be an adult. -
He assumed leadership in the war
In 1857, He assumed leadership of the Liberal side of the civil war. However, as Zuloaga’s troops greatly controlled Mexico, Juarez and his government were forced to flee to Queretaro and later to Veracruz. While the Conservatives were funded by the Catholic Church and the army, the Liberals gained support of other nations. -
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he becomes president
He became president 1864-67. He was running for 3 years. He was the president of mexico while Abraham Lincoln was in the U.S. -
His wife died
His wife, Margarita Maza, died January 2nd 1871. She was 44 years old. Benito was 64 years old when she died. -
He is re-elected
In 1871, he was again re-elected as the president. His last two elections as president were controversial as he used the office of the presidency to ensure electoral success. Also suppress revolts by opponents. -
He died
Benito Juarez died July 18, 1872. He died of a stroke. He was 66 years old.
