Gerardo Machado 1871 – 1939

Biography

Gerardo Machado was born on November 28, 1871, in Santa Clara, Cuba, during a transformative period in his nation’s history. He would go on to become one of Cuba’s most notable political figures, serving as President of Cuba from 1925 to 1933. His tenure during these years marked a significant chapter in Cuban history, reflecting the complexities and challenges of the nation during that era.

After leaving office in 1933, Machado spent his final years in Miami, where he passed away on March 29, 1939. He was laid to rest at Caballero Rivero Woodlawn Park North Cemetery and Mausoleum in Miami, where his memory is preserved. His life spanned nearly seven decades and encompassed the dramatic changes Cuba experienced from the late nineteenth century through the early twentieth century.