Born: April 2, 1792, Cúcuta, Colombia
Died: May 6, 1840 (age 48 years), Bogotá, Colombia
Spouse: Sixta Pontón
Education: St. Thomas University Headquarters Principal, Faculty (1810) and College of St. Bartholomew (1805–1808)
Presidential term: April 1, 1833 – April 1, 1837
Party: Colombian Liberal Party