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Diego ColumbusEldest son of Christopher Columbus, 4th Viceroy of New Spain
Date of Birth: 01.01.1474
Country:  Spain |
Content:
- Diego Columbus: Explorer and Viceroy of New Spain
- Early Life and Marriage
- Disputes over Inheritance
- Legacy in Santo Domingo
Diego Columbus: Explorer and Viceroy of New Spain
Born as the eldest son of Christopher Columbus, Diego Columbus inherited the titles of Adelantado and Admiral of the Indies. In 1511, he became the fourth Viceroy of New Spain, a position he held until 1518.
Early Life and Marriage
Diego's youth was spent at the court of the Spanish monarchs, where he served as a page the same year his father discovered America. In an attempt to regain the titles and privileges his father had lost in 1500, he married the niece of the Duke of Alba, who had close ties to the royal family.
Disputes over Inheritance
After Diego's untimely demise, his titles and estates became the subject of contention among his five children (two sons, three daughters). In 1536, his son Luis relinquished the privileges promised to his grandfather in exchange for a substantial compensation. Diego's remains were laid to rest in the Seville Cathedral.
Legacy in Santo Domingo
In Santo Domingo, Diego founded the Alcázar de Colón, a grand estate that fell into disrepair over time. However, in the 1950s, it underwent a restoration and was transformed into a museum. The Alcázar de Colón serves as a testament to Diego's legacy and his role in the Spanish colonization of the Americas.
