Arturo Lezama
Arturo Lezama Bagez (1899–1964) was a Uruguayan political figure.
Background
Lezama was a prominent member of the Uruguayan Colorado Party which ruled the country for lengthy periods, and was President of the Chamber of Deputies from 1951 to 1953. In 1957 his fellow-Colorado colleague President Alberto Fermín Zubiría stepped down from office.
President of Uruguay
In 1957 Lezama was elected President of Uruguay, serving until 1958.[1] That year started the exploration in search for petroleum on Uruguayan territory.
He was succeeded by Carlos Fischer, a Colorado Party colleague.
Death
Lezama died in 1964.
See also
References
- Notes
- ↑ 'Arturo Lezama', Wikipedia (in Spanish), es:Arturo Lezama,
| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Alberto Fermín Zubiría |
President of Uruguay 1957-1958 |
Succeeded by Carlos Fischer |
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