Fernando Rivera y Moncada
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Fernando Javier Rivera y Moncada (c. 1725 – July 18, 1781) was a Mexican-born soldier of the Spanish Empire who served in The Californias (Las Californias), the far north-western frontier of New Spain. He participated in several early overland explorations and later served as third Governor of The Californias, from 1774 to 1777.[1][2]
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In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is Rivera and the second or maternal family name is Moncada.
Quick Facts 3rd Governor of the Californias, Preceded by ...
Fernando Rivera y Moncada | |
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3rd Governor of the Californias | |
In office 1774–1777 | |
Preceded by | Pedro Fages |
Succeeded by | Felipe de Neve |
Personal details | |
Born | c. 1725 near Compostela, Mexico |
Died | July 18, 1781(1781-07-18) (aged 55–56) lower Colorado River |
Profession | Soldier and military governor |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Spain |
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