Juan Bautista Alvarado
Juan Bautista Alvarado | |
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| 8th Governor of the Californias | |
| In office 1837–1842 | |
| Preceded by | José Castro |
| Succeeded by | Manuel Micheltorena |
| President of Alta California (Unrecognized) | |
| In office 1836–1837 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 14, 1809 Monterey, California |
| Died | July 13, 1882 (aged 73) San Pablo, California |
| Spouse(s) | María Martina Castro de Alvarado |
| Profession | Politician, ranchero, rebel |
Juan Bautista Valentín Alvarado y Vallejo (February 14, 1809 – July 13, 1882) was a Californio and twice Governor of Alta California from 1836 to 1837, and 1838 to 1842.