Lázaro Cárdenas

President of Mexico (1895-1970)

Lázaro Cárdenas del Río (Jiquilpan, Michoacán, May 21, 1895 - October 19, 1970) was president of Mexico from 1934 and 1940. Considered one of the most honest and hardworking presidents in the history of Latin America, he provided strong, clean leadership at a time when his country most needed it. Today he is revered among Mexicans for his zeal in eliminating corruption, and many cities, streets and schools bear his name. He initiated a family dynasty in Mexico, and his son and grandson have both gone into politics.

Lázaro Cárdenas
44th President of Mexico
In office
December 1, 1934 – November 30, 1940
Preceded byAbelardo L. Rodríguez
Succeeded byManuel Ávila Camacho
Governor of Michoacán
In office
1928–1932
Preceded byLuis Méndez
Succeeded byDámaso Cárdenas
Personal details
Born
Lázaro Cárdenas del Río

(1895-05-21)May 21, 1895
Jiquilpan, Michoacán
DiedOctober 19, 1970(1970-10-19) (aged 75)
Mexico City, Mexico
NationalityMexican
Political partyParty of the Mexican Revolution
Spouse(s)Amalia Solórzano