José de Santiago Concha facts for kids

José de Santiago Concha

José de Santiago Concha y Salvatierra was an important Spanish politician. He was born in Lima, Peru, on December 1, 1667. He later became the Royal Governor of Chile. He passed away in Lima on March 11, 1741.

He studied in Salamanca, a famous city in Spain. Because of his noble family, he became a Knight of the Order of Calatrava. This was a special honor. Later, he worked as a judge, or magistrate, in Lima. He also served as an oidor (which was like a high-level judge) in the Royal Audiencia of Chile from 1709 to 1710. After that, he went back to Lima to continue his work there. Eventually, the King chose him to be the temporary governor of Chile.

His Time as Governor of Chile

Santiago Concha arrived in Chile on March 5, 1717. He officially started his new job on March 20 of the same month. He had a special order from the King to create new towns. The goal was to bring people together in specific areas. So, in November, he traveled to the Aconcagua River valley. There, he personally founded the city of Quillota.

In December 1717, he finished his temporary job and returned to Lima. He died there a few years later. In 1718, King Philip V gave him the special title of Marquis of Casa Concha. This was to honor his important service to the crown.

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In Spanish: José de Santiago Concha para niños