Manuel Urrutia Lleó 1901 – 1981

Biography

Manuel Urrutia Lleó was born on December 8, 1901, in Yaguajay, Cuba. He would go on to serve as President of Cuba during a significant period in the nation’s history. Throughout his life, he remained a notable figure in Cuban political affairs, contributing to the country’s development during his time in office.

Urrutia’s presidency represented an important chapter in Cuba’s twentieth-century history. His leadership came during a transformative era for the island nation, and his decisions and policies left a lasting mark on Cuban governance and society. He carried the responsibilities of high office with the weight of national concerns during a complex time.

In his later years, Urrutia moved to Queens, where he spent the final decade of his life. He passed away on July 5, 1981, at the age of nearly eighty, leaving behind a legacy connected to Cuba’s political past. His life spanned most of the twentieth century, witnessing and participating in the profound changes that shaped his homeland during this pivotal era.