Acambay, Mexico State, Mexico — The Central Highlands (North America)
Maximiliano Ruiz Castañeda
Photographed By J. Makali Bruton, September 1, 2019
1. Maximiliano Ruiz Castañeda Marker
Acambay honra a quien honra su nombre
Abril de 1949
In this house was born the illustrious and learned Doctor Maximiliano Ruiz Castañeda
Acambay honors those who honor her name
April 1949
Erected 1949.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Science & Medicine. A significant historical month for this entry is April 1949.
Location. 19° 57.337′ N, 99° 50.536′ W. Marker is in Acambay, Estado de Mexico (Mexico State). Marker is on Doctor Ruiz Castañeda just east of Francisco Sarabia, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Acambay MEX 50300, Mexico. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Parish Church of San Miguel Arcángel (within shouting distance of this marker); Foundation of the "Acambayense League" (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Parish and Ex Convent of San Miguel Arcángel (about 90 meters away); The 1921 Acambay Earthquake
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Regarding Maximiliano Ruiz Castañeda. Dr. Maximiliano Ruiz Castañeda (1898-1992) was one of the co-developers of the typhus vaccine and a specialist in allergies. He was also a Mexican Senator from 1958 to 1964.
Photographed By J. Makali Bruton, September 1, 2019
2. Maximiliano Ruiz Castañeda Marker
The marker can be seen over the entryway of the building to the left of center in this view towards the west.
Credits. This page was last revised on September 12, 2019. It was originally submitted on September 3, 2019, by J. Makali Bruton of Accra, Ghana. This page has been viewed 125 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 3, 2019, by J. Makali Bruton of Accra, Ghana.
