Manuel Velarde

1822–1893 (age 71)

Biography

Manuel Velarde was a notable figure in nineteenth-century Argentine society whose life and service reflected the values of his era. His connection to the Buenos Aires Cathedral underscores the importance of religious and civic institutions in Argentine life.

Velarde's legacy is preserved in the memory of Buenos Aires' most significant religious landmark. His burial at the Buenos Aires Cathedral represents a place of honor within Argentina's most important ecclesiastical institution.