Although he was the second Supreme Director of Chile (1817–1823), he is considered one of Chile's founding fathers, as he was the first holder of this title to head a fully independent Chilean state.
Deși a fost al doilea Director Suprem al statului Chile (1817–1823), el este considerat a fi unul dintre părinții fondatori ai acestui stat, întrucât a fost primul care a deținut acest titlu când statul a fost complet independent.