Alonso de Escobar
Spanish explorer and administrator (1545–1612)
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Alonso de Escobar (1545–1613) was a Spanish explorer and administrator. While in the Spanish Military, he served as Regidor of Buenos Aires during the Viceroyalty of Peru.[1]
Juan Alonso de Escobar | |
|---|---|
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1545 |
| Died | 1613 (aged 67–68) |
| Occupation | Government |
| Profession | Military |
Biography
Alonso was born in Asunción, son of Alonso de Escobar y Cáceres (conquistador).[2] He was married in Asunción with Inés Suares de Toledo, daughter of Martín Suárez de Toledo (governor of Paraguay).[3]
Alonso de Escobar was one of 63 neighbors who accompanied Juan de Garay in the second Foundation of Buenos Aires.[4]
