Rafael Núñez was a Colombian politician, poet, and journalist, born on March 28, 1825, in Cartagena, Colombia. He served as the President of Colombia multiple times during the late 19th century. Núñez is known for his role in shaping Colombian politics and for his influence on the country's constitution. In addition to his political career, Núñez was a prominent literary figure. He contributed to Colombian literature with his poetry and essays, reflecting the social and political issues of his time. His legacy includes both his political reforms and his cultural contributions to Colombian literature.