Monument to Bartolomé Mitre, Buenos Aires

The Monument to Bartolomé Mitre, situated within Plaza Mitre, stands as a creation by the Italian sculptors Luis Calandra, David Rubino, and Eduardo Rubino. Crafted from pristine Carrara marble, this commanding masterpiece presides over the square from its elevated perch atop the ravine.

Bartolomé Mitre Martinez (1821 – 1906), a multifaceted figure encompassing statesmanship, military leadership, and literary pursuits, emerges prominently. He held the presidency of Argentina from 1862 to 1868. Aligned with liberal ideologies, he stood in opposition to Juan Manuel de Rosas, subsequently enduring exile. During this period, he assumed roles as a soldier and journalist across Uruguay, Bolivia, Peru, and Chile. Following Rosas' downfall, Mitre returned to Argentina, spearheading the Buenos Aires uprising against Justo José de Urquiza's federal system. As Buenos Aires seceded from the Confederation, he secured significant roles within the provincial government. Notably, Mitre founded La Nación, a prominent newspaper in South America, showcasing his talents as a writer of poetry, fiction, and translator of Dante's "La divina commedia" (The Divine Comedy) into Spanish.