Encomienda, family and networks in Colonial Charcas: the Almendras, 1540-1600

Authors

  • Ana María Presta CONICET - Facultad de Filosofía y Letras (FFyL), Universidad de Buenos Aires (UBA)

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.34096/mace.v5i0.13151

Keywords:

encomienda, family, social networks, Colonial Charcas

Abstract

The encomienda in Colonial Latin America was the initial grant that provided a conquistador the opportunity to reach economic success and social status. At the same time, it contributed to economic diversification and integration of both businesses and investments. Behind a wealthy encomendero there was a family, that incorporated in a kindred, entailes a set of relationships among a number of persons, businesses and local institutions that helped to increase his economic activities and maintain social status. This study addresses a family of Peruvian conquistadors, looking at the influence of kinship, Iberian regional links, patronage, and clientelism to acquire wealth and status. 

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Published

1997-10-03

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How to Cite

Encomienda, family and networks in Colonial Charcas: the Almendras, 1540-1600. (1997). Memoria Americana. Cuadernos De Etnohistoria, 5, 9-31. https://doi.org/10.34096/mace.v5i0.13151