Famous Salvadoran Poets

Birthdate: December 29, 1863

Sun Sign: Capricorn

Birthplace: San Miguel, El Salvador

Died: September 24, 1955

Francisco Gavidia was a Salvadoran writer, speaker, historian, educator, politician, journalist, and translator. A multi-talented personality, Gavidia's work in literature, theater, music, philosophy, and politics continue to have a strong impact in El Salvador. Francisco Gavidia is also credited with mentoring the Nicaraguan poet Rubén Darío.