Person

Manuel González Flores

1833–1893 · 19th century

Manuel González Flores was a Mexican general and president from 1880 to 1884, a close ally of Porfirio Díaz, who held the office between Díaz's first and second terms. His government extended railways and telegraph lines but faced charges of corruption and riots over a new nickel coinage. Díaz returned to the presidency in 1884.

Manuel González Flores
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