Mariano Matamoros
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For the municipal seat, see Mariano Matamoros, Chihuahua.
In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is Matamoros and the second or maternal family name is Guridi.
Mariano Matamoros y Guridi (August 14, 1770 – February 3, 1814) was a Mexican Roman Catholic priest and revolutionary rebel soldier of the Mexican War of Independence, who fought for independence against Spain in the early 19th century.
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Mariano Matamoros | |
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Born | August 14, 1770 Mexico City, New Spain |
Died | February 3, 1814(1814-02-03) (aged 43) |
Allegiance | Mexico |
Service/ | Revolutionary army |
Years of service | 1811–1814 |
Rank | Lieutenant general |
Commands held | Mexican War of Independence |
Battles/wars | Siege of Cuautla Battle of Lomas de Santa María Battle of Puruarán (POW) |
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