Fernando Arturo de Meriño
Fernando Arturo de Meriño | |
|---|---|
| 21st President of the Dominican Republic | |
| In office September 1, 1880 – September 1, 1882 | |
| Preceded by | Gregorio Luperón |
| Succeeded by | Ulises Heureaux |
| 45th Archbishop of Santo Domingo | |
| In office 3 July 1885 – 20 August 1906 | |
| Preceded by | Bienvenido Monzón |
| Succeeded by | Adolfo Alejandro Nouel |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 9, 1833 Yamasá, Monte Plata Province, Dominican Republic |
| Died | August 20, 1906 (age 73) Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic |
| Nationality | Dominican |
| Political party | Blue Party |
Father Fernando Arturo de Meriño y Ramírez (January 9, 1833 – August 20, 1906) was a Dominican priest and politician. He served as President of the Dominican Republic from September 1, 1880, until September 1, 1882. He served as the President of Chamber of Deputies of the Dominican Republic in 1878 and 1883. He was later made an archbishop.