Santos Gutiérrez
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José Santos Gutiérrez Prieto | |
“The Colombian Garibaldi” |
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President of the United States of Colombia
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In office April 1, 1868 – April 1, 1870 |
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Preceded by | Santos Acosta |
Succeeded by | Eustorgio Salgar |
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Born | October 24, 1820 El Cocuy, Boyacá |
Died | February 6, 1872 Bogotá, Cundinamarca |
Political party | Liberal |
Spouse | Ana Deodata Bernal |
Religion | Roman Catholic |
José Santos Gutiérrez Prieto (October 24, 1820 – February 6, 1872) was a Colombian statesman and soldier, who became president of the Sovereign State of Boyacá, and went on to serve as president of the United States of Colombia for the term of 1868-1870.