Carlos Martínez de Irujo, 1st Marquess of Casa Irujo facts for kids
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The Marquess of Casa Irujo
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Portrait by Gilbert Stuart, 1804
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| Prime Minister of Spain | |
| In office 2 December 1823 – 17 January 1824 |
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| Monarch | Ferdinand VII |
| Preceded by | Víctor Damián Sáez |
| Succeeded by | Narciso Fernández de Heredia |
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Carlos Martínez de Irujo y Tacón
4 December 1763 Cartagena, Murcia, Spain |
| Died | 17 January 1824 (aged 58) Madrid, Spain |
| Spouse | Sarah McKean |
Carlos Martínez de Irujo y Tacón, also known as the 1st Marquess of Casa Irujo, was an important Spanish leader. He was born on December 4, 1763, in Cartagena, Spain. He passed away on January 17, 1824, in Madrid. Carlos Martínez de Irujo was a diplomat and served as the Prime Minister of Spain multiple times. He was also honored as a Knight of the Order of Charles III.
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Life and Career of Carlos Martínez de Irujo
Early Life and Family
Carlos Martínez de Irujo was born to Manuel Martinez de Irujo y de Erice and Narcisa Tacón y Gamiz. His mother was born in Beriain, Navarre, in 1740. He had two sisters named Narcisa and María Rafaela.
Serving as a Diplomat
Carlos Martínez de Irujo, often called Casa Irujo or Yrujo, was a Spanish diplomat. From 1796 to 1807, he served as the Spanish minister (a type of ambassador) to the United States. After his time in the U.S., he worked as a minister in Rio de Janeiro and then in Paris.
Becoming Prime Minister
He held the important position of Secretary of State, which is like being the Prime Minister of Spain. He served in this role three times:
- First, in 1812.
- Then, for a short time from 1818 to 1819.
- Finally, for a few weeks from December 1823 until his death in January 1824.
Family Life
In 1794, while working at the Spanish embassy in London, he had a daughter named Lavinia de Irujo. Lavinia later had two daughters, Fredericka and Frances. The artist Henry Fuseli created several drawings of Lavinia.
In 1798, Don Carlos married Sarah McKean. Sarah was the daughter of Thomas McKean, who was the governor of Pennsylvania in the United States. Their son, Carlos Martínez de Irujo y McKean (1802-1855), later became the Duke of Sotomayor. He also served as the prime minister of Spain for a short time in 1847.
Personality and Reputation
People who knew Carlos Martínez de Irujo described him in many ways. He was seen as a strong-willed and energetic person. He was also very intelligent and charming.
He was very popular in cities like Philadelphia and Washington. He got along well with important people, including the U.S. President. Even if he sometimes got angry, he was always loyal to his King. He handled his work with dignity and smartness. He was the most important diplomat in America at the time. He was known for his elegant and pleasant personality.
Historians have noted that Yrujo was very dedicated to his country. He was proud and sometimes a bit vain. He could be quick-tempered and spoke his mind freely. He wasn't afraid of anyone, whether a prince or a president. He was young, smart, and always ready to act. He was a loyal friend but could be a difficult enemy. Even when he had big outbursts, people still respected him. He enjoyed the lively, democratic ways of America. He used his diplomatic importance when it helped him in arguments. If he thought the government needed help or a warning, he would even write to newspapers.
See also
In Spanish: Carlos Martínez de Irujo y Tacón para niños
