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Manuel Arredondo y Pelegrín
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| President of the Real Audiencia of Lima | |
| In office 1801–1801 |
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| Monarch | Charles IV of Spain |
| Preceded by | Ambrosio O'Higgins |
| Succeeded by | Gabriel de Avilés y del Fierro |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1738 Bárcena de Cicero, Spain |
| Died | 1822 (aged 83–84) Lima, Peru |
| Nationality |  Spanish |
| Occupation | Politician |
| Profession | Jurist |
Manuel Antonio Arredondo y Pelegrín was an important Spanish judge and leader. He served in the Spanish colonies of Peru and Ecuador. For a short time in 1801, he was the temporary leader, or interim viceroy, of Peru.
Early Life and Career
Manuel Arredondo arrived in Peru in 1779. He started his career as an oidor, which means a judge, in the main court of Lima called the Audiencia.
In 1786, Arredondo was promoted. He became the regent of the Audiencia. Soon after, he was also named the captain general, which meant he was the top military commander of the viceroyalty. In 1808, he received an important title: marqués de San Juan Nepomuceno.
Facing Rebellions
Arredondo saw many challenges during his time in Peru. He was present during the big rebellion led by Túpac Amaru II. This uprising started in November 1780. Túpac Amaru was defeated in January 1781.
Another major revolt happened in Quito (which is now part of Ecuador) on August 10, 1809. This rebellion was a response to political changes in Spain. Even though Quito was not part of Peru at that time, the viceroy of Peru sent Arredondo. Colonel Arredondo led troops to stop the rebellion. He successfully entered Quito on November 24, 1809, and the previous government was put back in charge.
Interim Viceroy of Peru
When the viceroy of Peru, Ambrosio O'Higgins, passed away in Lima on March 19, 1801, Arredondo stepped in. Because he was the head of the Audiencia, he became the interim viceroy. He served in this important role until November 5, 1801. Then, Gabriel de Avilés, 2nd Marquis of Avilés arrived and took over the government.
Later Life
Manuel Arredondo was married twice during his life. He did not have any children of his own. After his death in 1821, his nephew, Manuel Arredondo y Miaño, inherited his noble title. However, a large estate that had belonged to Arredondo was taken by the new independent government.
See also
In Spanish: Manuel Arredondo para niños
