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Antonio de Mendoza
Antonio Hurtado de Mendoza, conde de Tendilla , was the first viceroy of New Spain, serving from April 17, 1535 to November 25, 1550, and the third viceroy of Peru, from September 23, 1551 to July 21, 1552.
Mendoza came from a distinguished family of military officers and statesmen. After three high-ranking noblemen declined the appointment as viceroy of New Spain, it was accepted by don Antonio, who had served capably in the Court and as Spanish ambassador to Hungary.
He became viceroy in 1535 and governed for 15 years, longer than any subsequent viceroy.
On his arrival in New ...
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