José Gregorio Hernández Cisneros, O.F.S. was a Venezuelan physician and active member of the Third Order of Saint Francis. Born in Isnotú, Trujillo State, he became a highly renowned doctor, more so after his death. Known for his many acts of charity for the poor of his society and his dedicated life of faith, he was beatified by the Catholic Church in 2021 by Pope Francis, who later approved his canonization in early 2025. He was canonized by Pope Leo XIV on 19 October 2025, one of the first two citizens of that nation to be so recognized by the Catholic Church.
José Gregorio Hernández Venezuelan physician and educator (born 1864)
On June 29, in the year 1919, José Gregorio Hernández Venezuelan physician and educator (born 1864). This event is recorded as a Notable Deaths event in the history of June 29, a notable event in this corner of history.
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- This event took place on June 29, 1919 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Deaths event in recorded history.
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- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 6 June 2026.
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