Rafael Carrera

Rafael Carrera

Guatemala GuatemalapoliticianMaleb. 18145.0Global Dominance: 0.00%

Rafael Carrera was a prominent Guatemalan military leader and politician who served as the President of Guatemala during the 19th century. Known for his staunch Catholic beliefs, he is often remembered for his devotion to Jesús Nazareno de La Merced, whom he allegedly honored with a ceremonial tunic as a sign of gratitude for protection during tumultuous times in Guatemala’s history.

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Rafael Carrera was the president during the signing of the first concordat in 1852.

Enviado papal confirma en la fe a guatemaltecos
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2026-08-05
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Rafael Carrera was the predecessor of Vicente Cerna and governed Guatemala before the Liberal Revolution.

fecha, recorrido, hora y cambio en la ceremonia
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2026-06-28
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Rafael Carrera was named president for life with the support of the Catholic Church.

15 de septiembre, conocido; no así el 3 de marzo de 1847
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-09-15
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Rafael Carrera is mentioned as one of the illustrious sons of Guatemala whose remains rest in the crypts of the Cathedral.

la historia enterrada entre próceres, arzobispos y ciudadanos comunes
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-06-09
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He was a president who is associated with the legend of Jesús de La Merced and is said to have gifted him a special tunic.

Las lágrimas de Jesús de la Merced
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-04-03
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