Francisco Pérez Pacheco
Californio ranchero, soldier, and prominent public figure
About Francisco Pérez Pacheco
Lived 1790 – 1860 (aged 69–70).
Don Francisco Pérez Pacheco was a Californio ranchero, soldier, and prominent public figure. He was the recipient of numerous rancho grants and become one of the largest landowners in Monterey and San Benito Counties.
Early life Pacheco was born in Guadalajara, Jalisco in 1790. He trained as a carriage maker by trade prior to emigrating to Alta California in 1819. There he enlisted as a soldier at the Presidio of Monterey.
In 1824, Pacheco successfully suppressed a revolt at Mission La Purísima Concepción, earning him the title of lieutenant.
He was granted Rancho Bolsa de San Felipe, in San Benito County, in 1840 by Governor Juan Bautista Alvarado.
He bought Rancho San Justo, in San Benito County, from José Castro in 1850.
Following his son Juan Carlos Pacheco's death in 1855, he inherited Rancho San Luis Gonzaga in Merced County.
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Who was Francisco Pérez Pacheco?
Californio ranchero, soldier, and prominent public figure
When was Francisco Pérez Pacheco born?
Francisco Pérez Pacheco was born in 1790.
When did Francisco Pérez Pacheco die?
Francisco Pérez Pacheco died in 1860.
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