Important People From Villa Florida
One of the most important people from the Misiones Region, was the brilliant musician AgustÃn Barrios (Mangore), and Villa Florida was part of his life. Official records show that he was born in San Juan Bautista de las Misiones. His father was vice-consul from Argentina, because during that time Villa Florida was an international port. His mother was a local teacher. Even though some people state that he was born in Villa Florida, he was registered in San Juan Bastista records that at the moment were the most important city of the region, and had the office required for the procedure.
All the Misiones region as well of the country feel proud of being the home of this magnificent guitar player. Mr. Luis Alberto Riart was also born in Villa Florida. He was President in 1924.
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