Benito Juárez was a Mexican lawyer and politician, who served as the President of Mexico for five terms during the turbulent mid-19th century. He is best known for his efforts to modernize Mexico and for his liberal reforms, which included separating the church from the state, implementing land reform, and promoting education. Juárez is considered one of Mexico's greatest leaders, particularly for his role in resisting the French intervention in Mexico and restoring the Mexican Republic. He is often referred to as the 'Hero of the Republic'. Juárez's legacy continues to be celebrated in Mexico and beyond.