Benjamín Montt
Benjamín Montt Montt (1855 – 2 April 1922) was a Chilean lawyer and politician who served as a member of the Chamber of Deputies of Chile and as Minister of Justice and Public Instruction under President Ramón Barros Luco.
A member of the National Party, Montt served as a substitute deputy for Cauquenes during the 1888–1891 legislative term. He later held several leadership positions within his party.
Early life and career
Montt was born at La Moneda Palace in Santiago in 1855. He was the youngest son of President Manuel Montt and Rosario Montt Goyenechea. He studied law and graduated in 1885.
He married Irene Lachowosky, with whom he had children.
Montt was also active in the Santiago Fire Department. In recognition of his service, the Municipality of Santiago awarded him a medal of honor in 1888.
Political career
A member of the National Party, Montt was elected as a substitute member of the Chamber of Deputies for Cauquenes for the 1888–1891 legislative term. He replaced the incumbent deputy until the latter took his seat on 20 October 1888.
Within the National Party, Montt served at different times as a member of its executive board, vice president and president.
President Ramón Barros Luco appointed Montt Minister of Justice and Public Instruction on 15 August 1911. He remained in office until 23 January 1912.
Montt died on 2 April 1922.