Description: (Former 2nd Constitutional President of Uruguay)
Manuel Ceferino Oribe y Viana served as the 2nd Constitutional president of Uruguay and was instrumental in founding the National Party. He played a key role in shaping Uruguay's political scene by establishing one of the country's oldest political parties. His leadership and contributions were pivotal in creating a robust political force that would engage in a lasting rivalry with the Colorado Party. Oribe's impact extended far beyond his presidency, leaving a lasting imprint on Uruguay's political history and the evolution of its political parties.