Joaquín de Aguiar

Joaquín de Aguiar was an 18th-century Spanish naval officer and colonial administrator. He served as the governor of Spanish Florida from 1793 to 1799, overseeing the settlement and defense of the region during a period of geopolitical tension. De Aguiar is known for efforts to improve fortifications, promote settlement, and manage relations with Native American tribes and neighboring territories. His leadership contributed to maintaining Spanish control in Florida during a challenging era marked by conflict and shifting alliances.