Diego de Quiroga y Losada

For the Spanish photographer (1880–1976), see Marqués de Santa María del Villar.
Diego de Quiroga y Losada
30th Governor of La Florida
In office
August 20, 1687 – September 21, 1693
Preceded byPedro de Aranda y Avellaneda
Succeeded byLaureano de Torres y Ayala
Personal details
BornUnknown
DiedUnknown
ProfessionGovernor of Florida
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Diego de Quiroga y Losada was the acting Governor of Spanish Florida from 1687 to 1693. His administration was mainly concerned with building fortifications, including the Castillo de San Marcos, which his predecessors began to defend La Florida against British and French attacks by land and water.

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