Luis de la Cruz (politician) facts for kids
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Luis de la Cruz
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| Born | 25 August 1768 Concepción, Reino de Chile |
| Died | 1828 (aged 59–60) Santiago, Chile |
| Allegiance |  Chile |
| Battles/wars | Chilean War of Independence |
| Spouse(s) | Josefa Prieto |
| Children | 5, including José María de la Cruz |
Luis De la Cruz y Goyeneche was an important Chilean leader. He was born in Concepción, Chile, on August 25, 1768. He passed away in Santiago, Chile, in 1828. He was a Chilean politician and a military officer. His father, Pablo De la Cruz, was a soldier from Spain who came to Chile in 1740.
Luis De la Cruz married Josefa Prieto. They had five children. One of their sons, José María de la Cruz Prieto, also became a famous military leader.
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Early Life and Explorations
Luis De la Cruz was born in Concepción, which was part of the Reino de Chile (Kingdom of Chile) at the time. His father was a military man, which might have influenced Luis's own career.
Mapping New Routes
In 1806, Luis De la Cruz became an explorer. He found and mapped the shortest route from Concepción, Chile to Buenos Aires. This was a very important discovery. It made travel and trade between these two major cities much easier.
Military Career and Independence
Luis De la Cruz began his military career during the Chilean War of Independence. This was a big fight for Chile to become free from Spanish rule. He took part in many important battles. Sometimes, he even took the place of Bernardo O'Higgins, who was a key leader in the fight for independence.
Prisoner of War
During a time called the Reconquista, Spanish forces tried to take back control of Chile. From 1814 to 1817, Luis De la Cruz was held as a prisoner. He was kept on the Juan Fernández Islands, which are far off the coast. He was finally set free in 1817. This happened after the Battle of Chacabuco, a major victory for the Chilean independence fighters.
Legacy
Luis De la Cruz played a significant role in Chile's history. He was not only an explorer who helped connect important cities but also a brave soldier who fought for his country's freedom.
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