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About José Osorio y Silva
José Osorio y Silva, 9th Duke of Sesto, 16th Duke of Alburquerque, 17th Marquess of Alcañices, was a Spanish nobleman, politician and army officer. He was also known by one of his titles, Duke of Sesto, inherited from his father, and by nicknames Pepe Osorio or Pepe Alcañices. He was head and representative of the houses of Alcañices, Alburquerque and los Balbases, causing a personal union of sixteen noble titles and four grandee titles. He is also considered one of the most notable mayors of Madrid, serving from 1857 to 1864. Prior to this, during the 1850s and briefly in 1876 he was a Deputy for Segovia.
Everything about José Osorio y Silva →- Occupation
- politician, military personnel
- Position held
- member of the Cortes during the reign of Isabel II, Senator for Life of Spain, Civil Governor of the Province of Madrid, Civil Governor of the Province of Madrid
- Citizenship
- Spain
- Born
- April 4, 1825
- Died
- December 30, 1909