Gaspar de Jáuregui

Gaspar de Jáuregui (19 September 1791 – 19 December 1844), also known as "El Pastor" ['The Shepherd'], was one of many Spanish guerrilleros who came to prominence in the Spanish War of Independence. He was appointed Captain general of the Provincias Vascongadas in 1843.

Early life The only biographical details that are known about Jáuregi before he came to prominence as a guerrillero is that he worked as a postman. Likewise, the only documentation that refers to his nickname "El Pastor" ["The Shepherd"] as his profession, is based on the fact that cattle figure among the assets declared by his parents.

Military career Peninsular War

His service record shows that he joined a provincial volunteer unit in August 1809. to co-operate with the guerrillas in occupying the French forces around Biscay and which would ultimately result in the capture of Santander (August 1812), a very good harbour which gave the allies free communication with England for stores and munitions.

Meeting up at Lequeitio, once a breach had been made on the fort with the 24-pounder long gun that Popham had landed, In August 1836 he was promoted to mariscal de campo and given command of the 5th Division of the Army of the North.