Emiliano Figueroa 1866 – 1931

Biography

Emiliano Figueroa was born on July 12, 1866, in Santiago, Chile, during a transformative period in his nation’s history. He would go on to serve as President of Chile, taking on significant responsibilities during his tenure in this high office. Throughout his life, Figueroa remained connected to his birthplace, spending his most formative and his final years in Santiago’s vibrant capital.

On May 16, 1931, Figueroa’s life was cut short when he was fatally struck in a traffic collision in Santiago. His death marked the end of a notable chapter in Chilean political history. Figueroa was laid to rest with honor at Santiago General Cemetery in the Recoleta district, where many distinguished figures of Chilean society have been interred, ensuring his memory remains part of the nation’s historical landscape.