José Maria Baldy was a Coimbra professor, field marshal and peer of the realm. After directing public works in Madeira, he became its civil governor and military commander in 1858.
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9 March 1858–26 April 1858
José Maria Baldy was appointed civil governor and military commander of Madeira on 9 March and took office on 26 April.