About Gonzalo Casco
Lived 1536 – 1588 (aged 51–52). Gonzalo Casco was a Spanish politician and military personnel.
Gonzalo Casco (1533–c.1588) was a Spanish military leader and conquistador of Paraguay.
Biography
Casco was born in Aviles. After being established in Peru, he arrived in Asunción, in the expedition of Ñuflo de Chaves. Time later it held honorary positions in the city, serving like Alcalde in 1574, and Regidor in 1568, 1575 and 1578.
Under the orders of Nufrio de Chaves, Gonzalo Casco participated in the expeditions against the tribes of Mayáes and Tomacocis, native inhabitants of Paraguayan territory.
He was married to María de Mendoza Irala, daughter of Gonzalo de Mendoza, interim governor of the Río de la Plata between 1556 and 1558, and Isabel de Irala, daughter of Domingo Martínez de Irala.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Gonzalo Casco?
Spanish noble
When was Gonzalo Casco born?
Gonzalo Casco was born in 1536 in Avilés.
When did Gonzalo Casco die?
Gonzalo Casco died in 1588 in Asunción.
What was Gonzalo Casco's occupation?
Gonzalo Casco was a politician and military personnel.
What nationality was Gonzalo Casco?
Gonzalo Casco was Spanish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gonzalo Casco. https://biography.guide/gonzalo-casco/
MLA: "Gonzalo Casco." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/gonzalo-casco/.
Chicago: "Gonzalo Casco." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/gonzalo-casco/.
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