Beltran y Alzate, Simón Esteban (1620 - 1670)

Simón Esteban Beltrán y Alzate (1620–1670) was an important canon and benefactor of Mexico City Cathedral in the 17th century. He was born in Mexico City in 1620, the son of Captain Francisco Esteban Beltrán de Alzate, Knight of Santiago, and Luisa de Esquivel y Alzate. He came from a family with important connections in New Spain. He was a generous benefactor and left his inheritance to provide for orphans.

Material:

• Will and other handwritten documents and letters relating to the founding of an orphanage in Mexico City (377 pages)

Keywords: Mexico, orphanage