About Francisco de Melo e Castro
Lived 1600 – 1664. Francisco de Melo e Castro was a governor.
Francisco de Melo e Castro was the 17th Governor of Portuguese Ceylon. He was appointed in 1653 under Philip III of Portugal, and was Governor until 1655. He was succeeded by António de Sousa Coutinho.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Francisco de Melo e Castro?
Portuguese colonial governor of Ceylon
When was Francisco de Melo e Castro born?
Francisco de Melo e Castro was born in 1600 in Colares.
When did Francisco de Melo e Castro die?
Francisco de Melo e Castro died in 1664 in Goa.
What was Francisco de Melo e Castro's occupation?
Francisco de Melo e Castro was a governor.
What nationality was Francisco de Melo e Castro?
Francisco de Melo e Castro's recorded nationality: Kingdom of Portugal.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Francisco de Melo e Castro. https://biography.guide/francisco-de-melo-e-castro/
MLA: "Francisco de Melo e Castro." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/francisco-de-melo-e-castro/.
Chicago: "Francisco de Melo e Castro." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/francisco-de-melo-e-castro/.
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