Juan de Palafox y Mendoza

Bishop and viceroy of New Spain

Juan de Palafox y Mendoza - Bishop and viceroy of New Spain
Born

June 26th, 1600
424 years ago

Died

1659
366 years ago — 59 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Spain

Links & References

Served as the bishop of Puebla and viceroy of New Spain. Focused on reforms in education and indigenous rights. Established the Royal and Pontifical University of Puebla. Advocated for the welfare of indigenous peoples and improved their conditions under colonial rule. Engaged in theological debates and worked on ecclesiastical issues. Promoted economic growth and agricultural development in the region.

Established the Royal and Pontifical University of Puebla

Advocated for indigenous rights in New Spain

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