Juan Peron was an Argentinian essayist, politician, and leader who served as President of Argentina from 1946 to 1955 and again from 1973 to 1974. His wife, Eva Peron, was a major political figure in her own right and is remembered for her advocacy of women's rights. Jorge Luis Borges was an Argentinian essayist, poet, and short story writer who is considered one of the most important literary figures of the 20th century. He wrote extensively on philosophical and metaphysical themes. Rhea's are a genus of large flightless birds native to South America, including Argentina.