Fernando Rivera y Moncada

Fernando Javier Rivera y Moncada (c. 1725 – July 18, 1781) was a Mexican-born soldier of the Spanish Empire who served in The Californias (Las Californias), the far north-western frontier of New Spain. He participated in several early overland explorations and later served as third Governor of The Californias, from 1774 to 1777.

Fernando Rivera y Moncada
3rd Governor of the Californias
In office
1774–1777
Preceded byPedro Fages
Succeeded byFelipe de Neve
Personal details
Bornc. 1725
near Compostela, Mexico
DiedJuly 18, 1781(1781-07-18) (aged 55–56)
lower Colorado River
ProfessionSoldier and military governor
Military service
AllegianceSpain
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