President Javier Milei paid homage to General José de San Martín on the occasion of the 248th anniversary of his birth, participating in a brief and silent ceremony that included a national anthem and a floral tribute.
President Javier Milei of Argentina attended a brief tribute to General José de San Martín, held in Plaza San Martín in the Retiro neighborhood, to commemorate the 248th anniversary of San Martín's birth. The ceremony, lasting only 14 minutes, was marked by silence from the President, who did not deliver a speech or engage with the gathered crowds, which included curious onlookers, officials, and tourists.
The event began promptly with standard greetings from the Regimiento de Granaderos, followed by the singing of the national anthem. At the conclusion of the homage, Milei placed a floral offering at the base of San Martín's monument. Accompanying him were key government officials, including his General Secretary Karina Milei and Cabinet Chief Manuel Adorni. The swift and silent nature of the ceremony drew attention to the President's approach to public participation in such commemorative events.
This homage reflects the significance of San Martín in Argentinian history—he is a national hero known for leading the liberation of Argentina, Chile, and Peru from Spanish rule. The choice of a low-key tribute could indicate Milei's preference for direct engagement with history over elaborate public displays, aligning with his political narrative of populism and nationalism as he navigates his presidency.
