Carlo d'Aragona Tagliavia facts for kids
Carlo d'Aragona Tagliavia was an important nobleman from Sicily, a large island near Italy. He was born in 1530 in a town called Castelvetrano. Carlo grew up to become a powerful leader and served the King of Spain in many important roles. He passed away in Madrid, Spain, in 1599.
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Early Life and Family
Carlo d'Aragona Tagliavia came from a noble family. His father, Giovanni Tagliavia, was a count in Sicily. His mother, Beatriz de Aragón y Cruillas, was from a Spanish noble family. Her father was the Marquess of Avola.
In 1561, Carlo received an important title. He became the Duke of Terranova. This was a very high rank in the Italian nobility.
Important Roles and Titles
Carlo d'Aragona Tagliavia held many significant positions during his life. These roles showed how much the King of Spain trusted him.
Viceroy of Sicily
Carlo served as the Viceroy of Sicily two times. A viceroy was like a governor who ruled a region in the name of the king.
- His first time as Viceroy of Sicily was from 1556 to 1568.
- He served again from 1571 to 1577.
During these times, he helped manage the island and keep order.
Viceroy of Catalonia
He also served as the Viceroy of Catalonia from 1581 to 1582. Catalonia is a region in Spain. This shows he was trusted with leadership in different parts of the kingdom.
Governor of Milan
From 1583 to 1592, Carlo was the Governor of the Duchy of Milan. Milan was an important area in northern Italy. As governor, he was in charge of its administration and defense.
Knighthoods
Carlo was also honored with special knighthoods. These were groups of important people who served the king.
- He was a Knight of the Order of Aviz. This was a famous order from Portugal.
- In 1585, he became a Knight in the Order of the Golden Fleece. This was one of the most respected orders in Europe.
Later Life and Legacy
Carlo d'Aragona Tagliavia married a woman named Margherita Ventimiglia. They had a son named Simeone Tagliavia d'Aragona, who later became a Cardinal in the Catholic Church.
After Carlo passed away, his grandson, Carlos Tagliavia de Aragón, became the next Duke of Terranova. Carlo d'Aragona Tagliavia is remembered as a powerful and influential figure. He played a key role in the history of Sicily, Milan, and Spain during his time.
Images for kids
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Gride, et ordini pubblicati nel Governo dell'illustrissimo et eccellentissimo signor Don Carlo d'Aragon, a collection of decrees by Carlo d'Aragona Tagliavia published in Milan in 1584
See also
In Spanish: Carlos de Aragón y Tagliavia para niños
