Martín Echegoyen
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Martín Recaredo Echegoyen (1891–1974) was a Uruguayan political figure.
Contents |
[edit] Political background
Echegoyen was a member of the Uruguayan National Party, which in 1959 broke the longstanding tradition of Colorado Party Presidents.
He previously served as a minister in the 1930s under President Gabriel Terra. For many years he served as a prominent member of the Senate.
[edit] President of Uruguay; later career
Echegoyen served as President of Uruguay 1959-1960.
After relinquishing the Presidency in 1960, Echegoyen ran for President in 1966 but was beaten by Oscar Diego Gestido.
Subsequently Echegoyen presided over the Council of State in the civilian-military administration instituted by President Juan María Bordaberry in 1973.
[edit] See also
[edit] References
 |
This article does not cite any references or sources. (March 2008) Please help improve this article by adding citations to reliable sources. Unverifiable material may be challenged and removed. |
 |
This article about a Uruguayan politician is a stub. You can help by expanding it. |
