Pedro de Alberni Politician

Don Pedro de Alberni, sometimes known as Pere d'Alberní i Teixidor in Catalan (Catalan pronunciation: [ˈpeɾə ðəɫβərˈni]) (Tortosa, January 30, 1747 – Monterrey, New Spain, March 11, 1802) was a Spanish soldier who served the Spanish Crown for almost all his life. He spent most of his military career in the Viceroyalty of New Spain. He is notable for his role in the military history of New Spain, in the Spanish exploration and colonization of the Pacific Northwest in the 1790s, and his later proclamation as interim governor of California in 1800.

Personal facts

Birth date	January 30, 1747
Birth place	Catalonia , Spain , Tortosa
Date of death	March 11, 1802
Place of death	California , Alta California , Monterey California , New Spain
Profession	Soldier , Exploration