Second Heads of State (1841-1842)
In line with the Decree of Rules and Guarantees of 1841, a popularly-elected Second-Head-of-State was created to replace the Head of State in case of temporary or permanent absence.
Name | Time in Office | Notes |
---|---|---|
Manuel Antonio Bonilla Nava | 1841–1842 | Acted as interim President in 1842; his government was overthrown that year |
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