1859 in Venezuela
# 1859 in Venezuela

Events in the year 1859 in Venezuela.

## Incumbents

* President: Julian Castro until August 2, Pedro Gual Escandón until September 29, Manuel Felipe de Tovar

## Events

* January 20 - beginning of the Federal War between the Government of Venezuela and the federalists
* September 2 - combat of Maiquetia
* December 10 - Federal War: Battle of Santa Inés
