Ruy Diaz de Melgarejo (Salteras, Castile 1519 – Santa Fe, Río de la Plata 1602) was a Spanish conquistador and statesman who served in the
Ruy Diaz Melgarejo | |
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 Imaginary portrait and signature of Melgarejo | |
| Born | 1518 |
| Died | 1602 |
| Spouse | Elvira de Becerra |
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settlement and defense of the possessions of the Crown of Castile in the region of Río de la Plata in South America. His life was marked by wars, conspiracies, persecutions and family conflicts. Melgarejo enjoyed the favor of the Spanish crown. He almost absolutely ruled the independent province of Guayrá for 30 years.