Hernando Arias de Saavedra
Hernando Arias de Saavedra, known as Hernandarias, was a significant figure in the colonial history of Paraguay, serving as the first criollo governor of the Spanish viceroyalties in the Americas. Born in 1561, he is renowned for his progressive stance on indigenous rights, notably advocating for the abolition of the encomienda system, which subjected Indigenous people to forced labor and tribute. His legacy is preserved in the 'Manuscrito Hernandarias', a historical document he authored in 1598, which outlines the laws governing indigenous life in the Spanish colony.
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Recent news mentions
Hernando Arias de Saavedra, a colonial governor, denounced laws negatively affecting indigenous peoples in his manuscript.
Esto dice parte de los documentos históricos restituidos al Archivo Nacional - Nacionales
Paraguay· 2025-08-21
Hernando Arias de Saavedra, the first criollo to hold a governing position in the viceroyalties of America, wrote the historical manuscript that was returned to Paraguay.
Justicia de EE.UU. devuelve importante manuscrito del siglo XVI a Paraguay - CulturaParaguay· 2025-04-19
