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José García de León y Pizarro

1770 – 1835

Spanish politician

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About José García de León y Pizarro

Lived 1770 – 1835 (aged 64). José García de León y Pizarro was a Spanish military personnel, politician and diplomat.

José García de León y Pizarro (19 October 1770 in Madrid – 1835 in Madrid) was Minister of State (First Secretary of State) of Spain from 30 October 1816 to 14 September 1818. He married Maria Mercedes Avila and had a son, Rafael Garcia. He was a member of the Senate as a Hero of the Kingdom from 1834 to 1835. Prior to this, he briefly emigrated and settled in France from 1823 to 1830 after he was exiled.

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Important facts

Born
19 October 1770, Madrid
Birth century
18th century
Died
27 January 1835, Madrid
Occupation
Military personnel, politician, diplomat
Nationality
Spain
Positions held
Prócer del Reino, Secretary of State of Spain, Ministro de Gobernación, Minister of Justice
Awards
Grand Cross of the Order of Charles III; Knight Grand Cross of the Order of Saint Stephen of Hungary; Knight Grand Cross of the Order of Saint Ferdinand and of Merit
Also known as
Jose Garcia De Leon Y Pizarro

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Frequently asked questions

Who was José García de León y Pizarro?

Spanish politician (1770-1835)

When was José García de León y Pizarro born?

José García de León y Pizarro was born on 19 October 1770 in Madrid.

When did José García de León y Pizarro die?

José García de León y Pizarro died on 27 January 1835 in Madrid.

What was José García de León y Pizarro's occupation?

José García de León y Pizarro was a military personnel, politician and diplomat.

What nationality was José García de León y Pizarro?

José García de León y Pizarro was Spanish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: José García de León y Pizarro

· Wikidata: Q6292326

· DBpedia: José García de León y Pizarro

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