Margarita Maza

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Margarita Eustaquia Maza Parada (March 29, 1826 – January 2, 1871), later known as Margarita Maza de Juárez, was the wife of Benito Juárez and First Lady of Mexico from 1858 to 1871. Maza was of White European (Criollo) origin, and she was born to a wealthy family. Maza's marriage to her husband Juárez helped him rise to power, as it elevated him to the Mexican upper class. After she became First Lady, Maza helped support the Liberal movement. The government of Mexico dedicated the year 2026 to Margarita Maza to recognize her legacy.

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