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Juan Peron was born on October 8, 1895. He was born in Lobos, Argentina. His parents were Juana Sosa Peron and Mario Tomas Peron.
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It was during the 1900 when Juan Peron lost his father. He had given up on the family and left. Juan never had a father
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In 1911, Juan Peron entered the military at the age of 16. He became a military champion fencer. Later, he got a higher rank as colonel. Once back in Argentina, he joined the United Officers Group.
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In 1944, Juan became Minister of War. After he was the Minister of War, he became Vice President. He was Vice President until 1945.
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On the night of October 17, 1945, Juan spoke to 300,000 people on the balcony of the presidential palace. The speech was broadcasted on the radio as well. He made a promise to lead his people to victory and to build them a strong and just nation.
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On October 22, 1945, Juan married Eva Duarte. Eva was also known as the actress Evita. In years to come she would help to lead Argentina.
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In February 1946, Juan Peron was elected president. He had 56% of the popular votes. He was soon starting his job as president.
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On July 26, 1952, Evita Peron died. She had died from advanced cervical cancer. She was given the name of "Spiritual Leader of the Nation" by the Argentine Congress.
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In 1961, Juan married his third wife Maria Estela (Isabel) Martínez. Isabel was an Argentina dancer. They settled in Madrid for a while.
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Juan Peron died on July 1, 1974. His was buried in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He had died of a heart attack. He lived from 1895-1974
