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Carlos Marfori, ministro de Ultramar, por Manuel Ojeda
Portrait of Carlos Marfori by Manuel Ojeda, 1884

Carlos Marfori y Callejas was an important Spanish politician. He was born on November 10, 1821. He also had Italian family roots. From 1867 to 1868, he worked as the Overseas Minister for Spain. This job was about managing Spain's territories far away.

His Early Life and Family

Carlos Marfori was born in a place called San Fernando, Cádiz. His father, Francisco-Antonio Marfori y Rodi, was an Italian nobleman. His mother was María-Josefa Callejas y Pavón.

Carlos Marfori married María de la Concepción Fernández de Córdoba y Campos. She was a cousin of a famous Prime Minister named Narváez. Carlos Marfori passed away in Madrid in 1892.

Carlos Marfori's Political Journey

Carlos Marfori held many important jobs in the Spanish government. He started his career in the city of Madrid.

Key Roles in Government

  • Mayor of Madrid: In 1857, he became the Mayor of Madrid. He was also the Civil Governor of the city that year.
  • Member of Parliament: From 1857 to 1884, he was a member of the Spanish Parliament. He represented the areas of Loja and Granada.
  • Overseas Minister: He served as the Overseas Minister from 1867 to 1868. This role involved looking after Spain's territories outside of Europe.
  • Army Minister and Senator: Later, he became the Provisional Army Minister. From 1891, he was a Senator for life.

Special Titles and Awards

Carlos Marfori received many special titles and awards during his life. These honors showed his importance and service to Spain.

Important Honors

  • Marquessate of Loja: He was given the title of the 1st Marquess of Loja. This is a noble title.
  • Gentleman of the Bedchamber: He was a Gentleman of the Bedchamber. This was an honorary position in the royal court.
  • Order of Charles III: He received the Collar and the Grand Cross of the Order of Charles III. This is one of Spain's highest honors.
  • Order of Isabella the Catholic: He also received the Grand Cross of the Order of Isabella the Catholic. This award recognizes services to Spain.
  • Knight of Malta: He was a Knight of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta. This is an ancient and respected order.
  • Order of Christ: He was a Commander of the Order of Christ from Portugal.

Images for kids

  • Heraldic Crown of Spanish Marqueses (Variant 1)

    Crown of a Spanish Marquess

  • Llave de Gentilhombre de Cámara con ejercicio

    Key of a Gentleman of the Bedchamber

  • Order of Charles III - Sash of Collar

    Sash of the Collar of the Order of Charles III

  • ESP Charles III Order GC

    Grand Cross of the Order of Charles III

  • ESP Isabella Catholic Order GC

    Grand Cross of the Order of Isabella the Catholic

  • SMOM-c

    Symbol of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta

  • PRT Order of Christ - Commander BAR

    Bar of the Commander of the Order of Christ (Portugal)

See also

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