15 Facts About Patricio Escobar

Patricio Escobar was President of Paraguay between November 25,1886, and November 25,1890.

Patricio Escobar's parents were Jose Escobar and Ana Bella Caceres.

Patricio Escobar was first married with Ignacia Garcete, and later in his life with Estalacion E General Escobar was a hero in the War of Paraguay against the Triple Alliance.

Patricio Escobar was inducted as a private in the Cerro Leon mustering ground, later joining the Infantry Battalion No 36.

Patricio Escobar was promoted to first officer in May 1866 and second lieutenant after the battle in Curupayty.

Patricio Escobar was adjutant of Marshal Lopez in 1867 in the Headquarters of Paso Pucu.

Patricio Escobar was made a Colonel before the Battle of Cerro Cora.

Patricio Escobar was assigned difficult missions because of his calm demeanour and caution.

Patricio Escobar's body reflected his actions in war, since he was covered in scars.

Patricio Escobar was imprisoned by the enemies, but after being freed he went back immediately to the army.

Patricio Escobar started his government with three military men and two civilians.

Patricio Escobar's vice-president was Jose del Rosario Miranda and his cabinet was formed by Agustin Canete, Higinio Uriarte and Jose Tomas Sosa in Treasury; Juan Antonio Meza and Manuel A Maciel in the Department of Interior, Manuel A Maciel and Cesar Gondra in the Justice Department; Pedro Duarte in War and Navy; and Benjamin Aceval, Jose Segundo Decoud, Juan Crisostomo Centurion and Jose Tomas Sosa in the State Department.

General Patricio Escobar gave special importance to the development of education as a sign of progress for the country.

Patricio Escobar served as President of the Senate in 1894 and in 1902.

Patricio Escobar died in his home on April 19,1912.