Fernando Peñalver

Fernando Peñalver (1765–1837), was a Venezuelan independence leader and hero of the Venezuelan War of Independence. He was the first governor of the Province of Carabobo (1824–1827). He is buried in the National Pantheon of Venezuela.

For the municipality named in his honour, see Fernando de Peñalver Municipality.

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