Vicente Merino
Chilean politician and admiral
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Vice Admiral Vicente Merino Bielich (21 May 1889 – 30 January 1977[1]) was a Chilean naval officer and political figure.[2] He commanded the Chilean Navy during World War II and the Battle of the Caribbean.
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Vicente Merino | |
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| Acting President of Chile | |
| In office August 3, 1946 – August 13, 1946 | |
| Preceded by | Alfredo Duhalde |
| Succeeded by | Alfredo Duhalde |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Vicente Merino Bielich May 21, 1889 |
| Died | January 30, 1977 (aged 87) Santiago, Chile |
| Spouse | Amelia Novoa Astaburuaga |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service |  Chilean Navy |
| Rank | Vice Admiral |
The son of a Navy Captain named Vicente Merino Jarpa, he briefly served as the acting president of Chile between August 3 and 13, 1946.[3]
