Juan Ignacio Flores Mogollon facts for kids
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Juan Ignacio Flores Mogollon
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| 36th Spanish Governor of New Mexico | |
| In office October 5, 1712 – October 5, 1715 |
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| Preceded by | Jose Chacón Medina Salazar y Villaseñor |
| Succeeded by | Felix Martínez de Torrelaguna |
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| Born | 17th century |
| Profession | Military and administrator (Governor of New Mexico) |
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Juan Ignacio Flores Mogollon was a Spanish military officer. He served as the governor of Santa Fe de Nuevo Mexico from 1712 to 1715. He took over from Jose Chacón Medina Salazar y Villaseñor.
Life as Governor
Juan Ignacio Flores Mogollon joined the Spanish Army when he was young. He was very good at his job and became an important officer.
Felipe V, the King of Spain, chose Mogollon to be the governor of New Mexico. He arrived in Santa Fe and officially started his job on October 5, 1712.
During his first year, there was a conflict with the Suma Indians near El Paso. Governor Mogollon had to send troops to help restore peace in the area.
His time as governor ended after a few years. There were some problems with how money was handled during his time in office. Because of these issues, he was removed from his position on October 5, 1715. Felix Martínez de Torrelaguna became the new governor. Soon after, Mogollon left New Mexico.
Legacy
- The Mogollon Mountains in southwestern New Mexico are named after Juan Ignacio Flores Mogollon.
- The town of Mogollon also carries his name.
- The ancient Pueblo people, who lived in this region until the early 1400s, are also associated with this name.
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