Jose Miguel Gomez

ModernGeneralCuba1858 — 1921

Second Cuban president, known for corruption.

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Quick Facts

Born

1858

Died

1921

Country

Cuba

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)70

Political (20%)29

Influence (20%)48

Legacy (20%)39

Leadership (15%)55

Strategy (15%)57

Total Score47.1

Jose Miguel Gomez — Complete Timeline

1908 AD

Election as President of CubaPolitical Action◆ Major

Jose Miguel Gomez was elected as the second president of Cuba, representing the Liberal Party. His victory marked a peaceful transfer of power between political parties in the young republic.

Cuban PoliticsElectionLiberal Party

Impact: nationalconstructive

1912 AD

Suppression of the Negro RebellionWar◆ Major

As president, Gomez ordered the military suppression of the Negro Rebellion, an uprising of Afro-Cubans protesting discrimination. The rebellion was crushed with heavy casualties, and Gomez's actions were criticized for their brutality.

Negro RebellionRacial ConflictSuppression

Impact: nationaldestructive

1917 AD

Corruption Scandal and US InterventionPolitical Action◆ Major

Gomez was implicated in a major corruption scandal involving fraudulent contracts and embezzlement. The scandal led to US intervention under the Platt Amendment, damaging Cuba's sovereignty and Gomez's reputation.

CorruptionUS InterventionPlatt Amendment

Impact: nationaldestructive

Exile After Failed CoupPolitical Action◆ Major

After losing the 1916 election, Gomez led a failed coup attempt against President Menocal. The coup was defeated, and Gomez fled into exile in the United States to avoid prosecution.

Coup AttemptExilePolitical Crisis

Impact: nationaldestructive