José Manuel "Mocho" Hernández

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José Manuel "el Mocho" Hernández
Born 1853
Caracas, Venezuela
Died August 25, 1921
New York, United States

José Manuel "Mocho" Hernández (Caracas, Venezuela, 1853 - New York, United States, 25 August 1921) was a popular Venezuelan caudillo, army general, congressman, presidential candidate and cabinet member who was also involved in numerous insurrections.

Called El Mocho ("the hand-less") after his right hand was crippled as a result from a battle wound, he is particularly well-known for his numerous rebellions and imprisonments and for the modernity of his presidential campaign, which involved rallies, meetings, campaign posters and tours around the country.

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