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1830
He was born in Oaxaca on September 15 th, 1830 -
1843
He studied law at the institute of sciences and arts. -
1855
He began his military career -
December 22th, 1856
He was an infantry captain in the National Guard. -
1863
He was named "Major General" by President Benito Juarez. -
1876
On January 10, he promulgated the Plan de Tuxtepec against President Sebastián Lerdo de Tejada. On November 28th he assumes the power to the presidency of Mexico. -
Period: to
1877-1911
He built more telegraph lines and railroads -
Period: to
1884-1911
During this time, he ruled as president of Mexico. -
1910
He issued a decree for the creation of the National University of Mexico. -
1911
He left the presidency of Mexico -
1915
Died in Paris at the age of 84 years