for reelection in 1908 and instead retired from public life. He died on May 2, 1909, in Panama City. His last coherent words were to express his wish that the National Anthem be played as his body was lowered into his grave, a wish that was realized. Trivia Plaza Amador, a popular football team in Panama's highest league, LPF, was named in his honour. Founded back in 1955 the club's colours are also red, blue and white as they were the colours adopted by his patriotic movement for independence. The Order of Manuel Amador Guerrero, the highest honour of Panama, is named in his honour. Fort Amador,an American military base at the Pacific (southern) end of the Panama Canal is named in his honor. References Citations Bibliography Further reading Castillero, Ernesto J. (1935) Galería de Presidentes de Panamá. Panamá. "55 mandatarios", an album of the Panamanian newspaper La Prensa containing the life of all the Presidents of Panama. External links 1833 births 1909 deaths People from Bolívar Department Conservative Party (Panama) politicians Presidents of Panama Panamanian independence activists Panamanian physicians University of Cartagena alumni