History

Albuquerque (João Saldanha de)

In July 1672, he was appointed governor and captain general of this archipelago, taking office on October 20 of the same year. Due to accusations made against the government of the metropolis, the judge Manuel Soares Dourado came to Madeira to investigate his actions.

People mentioned in this article

João Saldanha de Albuquerque
Governor and captain general of Madeira
Manuel Soares Dourado
Judge

Years mentioned in this article

1672
Appointment as governor and captain general