Bernardo Bonavía y Zapata
Bernardo Bonavía y Zapata (1740 – December 2, 1812) was a Spanish soldier and political figure who was in a variety of political positions in New Spain. The positions included Corregidor of a Mexican province (1789), Governor-Intendant of Durango (Appointed by the Spanish monarchy; 1796–1809), and Military Commander of Texas (1809-1812). He was also a Caballero de Alcántara. He was appointed the Governor of Texas in 1786, but he did not accept the position because he was busy in administrative roles in other places. During his political administration in New Spain, Bonavía promoted the liberalization of trade and commerce under the orders of Charles III, King of Spain.
Bernardo Bonavia y Zapata | |
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| 26th Governor of the Spanish Colony of Texas | |
| In office 1786–1786 | |
| Preceded by | Domingo Cabello y Robles |
| Succeeded by | Rafael Martínez Pacheco |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1740 Toro, Spain |
| Died | December 2, 1812 (aged 72) Oaxaca, Mexico |
| Profession | Governor of Texas (1786), Governor - Intendant of Durango (in the modern Mexico, 1796 - 1809), corregidor in Mexico and military commander of Texas (1809 - 1812). |
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