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Juan Antonio Ríos
President · Chile

Juan Antonio Ríos

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Leading Chile during the Second World War

Chilean presidency

Born
10 November 1888
Birthplace
Cañete
Died
27 June 1946

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Juan Antonio Ríos

Juan Antonio Ríos was president of Chile from 1942 until his death in 1946. His political career developed through the Radical Party, diplomacy and parliament.

Early life

Southern Chile

Grew up near Cañete and studied in Lebu and Concepción, qualifying as a lawyer in 1914.

Career

  1. 1924

    Congress

    Elected a deputy.

  2. 1942

    Presidency

    Won election to Chile’s presidency.

  3. 1946

    Death in office

    His presidential term ended with his death.

Public service

Chilean presidency

Led the country during the later years of the Second World War.

Beyond politics

Family

Married Marta Ide in 1921; they had three sons.

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