José María Coppinger

Governor of Spanish East Florida

José María Coppinger - Governor of Spanish East Florida
Born

April 5th, 1773
251 years ago

Died

August 15th, 1844
180 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Spain

Links & References

Served as governor of Spanish East Florida from 1815 to 1821 during a period marked by political tensions in the region. Oversaw various governmental matters and interactions with local Native American tribes. His tenure included managing relations with British colonial interests and American settlers seeking land and opportunities within the territory. Coppinger worked to maintain Spanish authority amidst growing pressures that would ultimately influence the area's transition to U.S. control.

Administered Spanish East Florida's governance

Navigated relations with Native American tribes

Managed political tensions with British interests

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