Valentin Gomez Farias

ModernPoliticianMexico1781 — 1858

Mexican reformist vice president, multiple times acting.

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Quick Facts

Born

1781

Died

1858

Country

Mexico

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)68

Influence (20%)53

Legacy (20%)46

Leadership (15%)67

Strategy (15%)43

Total Score54.3

Valentin Gomez Farias — Complete Timeline

1833 AD

Implemented the Reform Laws of 1833Reform◆ Major

Gómez Farías enacted a series of reform laws that abolished the mandatory payment of tithes, secularized education, and suppressed religious orders. These measures aimed to reduce the Catholic Church's influence in Mexican society.

ReformChurchSecularization

Impact: nationalprogressive

Served as Acting President of MexicoPolitical Action◆ Major

Gómez Farías served as acting president of Mexico multiple times between 1833 and 1834 while President Santa Anna was away. He implemented liberal reforms, including reducing church power and expanding education.

Acting PresidentLiberal ReformsSanta Anna

Impact: nationalconstructive

1834 AD

Exiled by Santa AnnaPolitical Action◆ Major

Santa Anna dissolved Congress and revoked G

ExileSanta AnnaConservative Reaction

Impact: nationaldestructive

1846 AD

Returned as Vice President under Santa AnnaPolitical Action

During the Mexican-American War, G

Mexican-American WarVice PresidentChurch Property

Impact: national