List of Spanish governors of New Mexico
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Spanish Governors of New Mexico were the political chief executives of the province of Santa Fe de Nuevo México (New Mexico) between 1598, when it was established by an expedition by Juan de Oñate, and 1822, following Mexico's declaration of independence. New Mexico became a territory of the United States beginning in 1846, and a state in 1912.
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Spanish Governor of New Mexico | |
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Residence | Santa Fe |
Appointer | King of Spain |
Formation | November 1598; 425 years ago (1598-11) |
First holder | Juan de Oñate |
Final holder | Facundo Melgares |
Abolished | January 1822; 202 years ago (1822-01) |
Succession | List of Mexican governors of New Mexico |
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