Calderón was born in Paucartambo (Cusco Region) in September, 1843. He was elected second vice president with Manuel Candamo in 1903. The first vice president was Lino Alarco, who had died before his investiture.
Calderón was born in Paucartambo (Cusco Region) in September of 1843. In 1903, he became the second vice president alongside Manuel Candamo.  The position of first vice president was vacant due to Lino Alarco's death before his official appointment.