April 22

Pierre-Charles Villeneuve (1763–1806) was a senior officer in the French Navy. He fought in several naval engagements during the Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars. Appointed Commander of the Combined Franco-Spanish fleet, he led forces at Trafalgar in 1805. The defeat by Admiral Nelson was a pivotal moment in naval history, cementing British sea power. Villeneuve was captured after the battle and released, but his reputation suffered. He died under mysterious circumstances, his career overshadowed by Trafalgar's outcome.

Born in 1806 in Puebla, Carrera began his military career at a young age. He distinguished himself in battles against Spanish loyalists and in internal conflicts. In 1855, after the fall of Santa Anna, he was appointed interim President of Mexico. During his short tenure, he sought to stabilize the country and oversee peaceful elections. He later served in military and diplomatic roles under the liberal government. Carrera's efforts helped pave the way for Mexico's Reform Laws. He died on April 22, 1871, leaving a legacy as a key figure in mid-19th-century Mexico.