Jorge Holguín

Jorge Holguín (October 30, 1848 in Cali – March 2, 1928 in Bogotá) was a Colombian politician and military officer, two time Acting President of Colombia for the periods between June, 1909 to August of the same year as interim president, and from November, 1921 to August, 1922. He also served a term as Minister of Foreign Affairs in which he signed the Holguín-Avebury treaty.

Date of birth:

  • Oct 30, 1848

Date of death:

  • Mar 2, 1928 (age 79 years)

Politician

Government Positions Held:

Office, position, or title Jurisdiction of office From To
  • Jun 9, 1909
  • Aug 4, 1909
  • Nov 11, 1921
  • Aug 7, 1922
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