Buenaventura Báez
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Ramón Buenaventura Báez Méndez was a Dominican conservative politician and military figure. Known for having served as president of the Dominican Republic on five occasions, his rule was characterized
Portrait of Báez in 1854
As preparations were in process, Báez aligned himself with other powerful conservative figures in favor of the separation from Haiti. One such figure was Pedro Santana, General of the southern army who would later become his political rival in the upcoming decades.
Constitution of San Cristóbal, passed on 6 November 1844.
Photograph of Báez c. 1860s-1870s
Gregorio Luperón
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Gregorio Luperón was a Dominican revolutionary, military general, businessman, liberal politician, freemason, and statesman who was one of the leaders in the Dominican Restoration War.
Photograph of General Gregorio Luperón c. 1860s
General Gregorio Luperón Museum, 12 de Julio Street, Puerto Plata
Painting of Luperón in the Dominican Restoration War found in El Monumento de Santiago
General Luperon in 1866