Juan Manuel de la Peña Bonifaz

Juan Manuel de la Peña Bonifaz (c. 1625 - December 1673) was a Spanish politician who served as the ad interim 26th governor and captain-general of the Philippines from September 28, 1668 to September 24, 1669. Prior to his term being the governor-general, he served as the junior auditor of the Real Audiencia of Manila before he held the highest position by trickery. He succeeded Diego de Salcedo as the governor.

"Juan Manuel de la Pena" and "Juan Manuel dela Pena" redirect here. For the President of Mexico, see Manuel de la Peña y Peña. For the Bolivian athlete, see Juan Manuel Peña.
Juan Manuel de la Peña Bonifaz
26th Governor-General of the Philippines
In office
September 28, 1668 – September 24, 1669
MonarchCharles II of Spain
Preceded byDiego de Salcedo
Succeeded byManuel de León
Personal details
Born
Juan Manuel de la Peña Bonifaz

c. 1625
Spain
DiedDecember 1673 (aged 48)
Manila, Captaincy General of the Philippines
Signature
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