Cornelio Saavedra, President (United Provinces of the Rio de la Plata) : All Data

Cornelio Saavedra was the President of the United Provinces of the Rio de la Plata from 1810 to 1811. During his tenure, he faced significant challenges, including the May Revolution of 1810, which marked the beginning of the Argentine War of Independence against Spanish rule. Saavedra played a crucial role in leading the revolution and establishing a provisional government. However, his rule was also marked by internal conflicts, such as the Mutiny of Álzaga in 1811, which highlighted the political divisions within the United Provinces. Despite these challenges, Saavedra's leadership during the early stages of the independence movement laid the foundation for future developments in the region.