Lizardo García

Lizardo García Sorroza (26 April 1844 – 29 May 1927) was President of Ecuador from 1 September 1905 to 15 January 1906.

 Early life
García was born in Guayaquil. He founded the chamber of commerce of Guayaquil and was a member of the firefighters of his natal city.

 Political career 
 1895 Minister for Economic Affairs
 Senator for the province Guayas
 Vicepresident of the Senate
 Councilman of Guayaquil

 Presidency 
Garcia was president only for a few months. He was overthrown by the revolution led by Eloy Alfaro and was forced to leave the office.

Other websites
 Official Website of the Ecuadorian Government about the country President's History
 Cámara de Comercio Guayaquil

Category:1844 births
Category:1927 deaths
Category:Firefighters
Category:Politicians from Guayaquil
Category:Presidents of Ecuador