José Figueroa
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For other people named José Figueroa, see José Figueroa (disambiguation).
José María Figueroa (1792 – 29 September 1835) was a General and the Mexican Governor of Alta California from 1833 to 1835.[1] He wrote the first book to be published in California.
Quick Facts 6th Governor of Alta California, Preceded by ...
José Figueroa | |
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6th Governor of Alta California | |
In office 14 January 1833 – 29 September 1835 | |
Preceded by | José María de Echeandía |
Succeeded by | José Castro |
Personal details | |
Born | 1792 (1792) |
Died | 29 September 1835 (aged 42–43) |
Profession | Governor, politician, soldier |
Military service | |
Branch/service | Mexican Army |
Rank | General |
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