Career
Salcedo led a civil war which aimed at the restoration of the Dominican Republic. The Dominican Restoration War began on August 16, 1863, and by September 14, 1863 a Provisional Government was established, over which the general presided. After he became the 1st head of state of the Dominican Republic, the general was opposed by the Nationalist movement, who viewed his policies as favouring those supporting the annexation of the country.
The town of Pepillo Salcedo, in Monte Cristi province, was named in his honour.
"José Antonio Salcedo". Wiki Dominicana. Retrieved 27 February 2012.