Ildefonso Ramos Mexía
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Ildefonso Ramos Mexía y Ross (August 2, 1769 – June 24, 1854) was an Argentine military man and politician, who served as alcalde,[1] governor and legislator of Buenos Aires.[2]
In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is Ramos Mexía and the second or maternal family name is Ross.
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Ildefonso Ramos Mexía y Ross | |
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Governor of Buenos Aires Province | |
In office 1820–1820 | |
Preceded by | Manuel de Sarratea |
Succeeded by | ? |
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Born | August 2, 1769 Buenos Aires, Argentina |
Died | June 24, 1854 (aged 84) Buenos Aires, Argentina |
Occupation | Politician |
Profession | jurist |
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Military service | |
Allegiance | Spain – until 1810 United Provinces of the River Plate |
Years of service | 1806–1810 |
Rank | Captain |
Battles/wars | British invasions of the River Plate May Revolution |
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He was born in Buenos Aires, the son of Gregorio Ramos Mexía, born in Sevilla, and María Cristina Ross, belonging to a family of Scottish and Creole origin. He was married with his relative María Inés Basavilbaso, daughter of José Ramón Basavilbaso and María Lorenza Ferrín.[3]