Jose Matias Delgado was a prominent Salvadoran independence leader, often referred to as "El Padre de la Patria Salvadoreña". Born on February 24, 1767 in El Salvador, he served as president of the Central American Congress from 1821 to 1823 and was also a physician and religious leader. He was a key figure in the fight for Salvadoran independence and is remembered as a national hero.
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About
Salvadoran independence leader often called "El Padre de la Patria Salvadoreña." He served as President of the Central American Congress from 1821 to 1823 and also worked as both a physician and a religious leader.
Before Fame
He attended Tridentino Seminary in Guatemala and became a priest before returning to El Salvador and becoming the vicar of San Salvador.
Trivia
He bought the first printing press in El Salvador and began publishing the first newspaper, El Semanario Político Mercanti, in 1824.
Family Life
He, his nephew, and his two brothers were all involved in the Salvadoran independence movement.
Associated With
Gerardo Barrios served as President of El Salvador from 1859 to 1863.