García Hurtado de Mendoza

Royal Governor of Chile

García Hurtado de Mendoza - Leaders & Politicians born July 21st, 1535
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Born in 1535, served as the Royal Governor of Chile from 1557 to 1561. Oversaw the consolidation of Spanish power in the region and the establishment of various settlements. Led military campaigns against indigenous Mapuche populations, particularly noted for the Battle of Valdivia. Instrumental in the development of agriculture and trade in colonial Chile.

Served as Royal Governor of Chile

Led military campaigns against the Mapuche

Oversaw the establishment of settlements

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