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Juan Francisco de Guemes y Horcasitas (1681-1766), 1st Coun

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Juan Francisco de Guemes y Horcasitas (1681-1766), 1st Coun

Juan Francisco de Guemes y Horcasitas (1681-1766), 1st Count of Revillagigedo. Spanish general, governor of Havana, captain general of Cuba, and viceroy of New Spain (1746-1755). Colored engraving

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Juan Francisco de Guemes y Horcasitas (1681-1766): A Prominent Figure in the Spanish American Colonial Administration of the 18th Century This colored engraving depicts Juan Francisco de Guemes y Horcasitas, a pivotal figure in the Spanish colonial administration during the 17th and 18th centuries. Born in 1681, Guemes y Horcasitas rose to prominence as a Spanish general, governor of Havana, captain general of Cuba, and viceroy of New Spain (1746-1755). Guemes y Horcasitas' impressive career began with his military service, where he demonstrated exceptional leadership and strategic acumen. He was later appointed as the governor of Havana, the key port city in Cuba, where he effectively managed the city's defenses and economic affairs. In 1746, Guemes y Horcasitas was appointed as the captain general of Cuba, further solidifying his position as a respected colonial administrator. His tenure as the viceroy of New Spain (Mexico) from 1746 to 1755 marked his most significant achievement. During his time in Mexico, he implemented various reforms aimed at improving the economic and administrative efficiency of the viceroyalty. Despite facing numerous challenges, including natural disasters and political unrest, Guemes y Horcasitas' leadership and dedication to the Spanish crown earned him the title of the 1st Count of Revillagigedo in 1755. This honor was a testament to his contributions to the Spanish colonial administration in America. This engraving, a stunning representation of Guemes y Horcasitas, captures the essence of a man who played a crucial role in shaping the political and administrative landscape of the Spanish colonies in America during the 18th century. His legacy continues to be celebrated in Latin America and Spain as an influential figure in the modern age of colonial administration.

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