Jacobo Fitz-James Stuart, 17th Duke of Alba
Jacobo Fitz-James Stuart, 17th Duke of Alba (1878–1953) was a Spanish politician, diplomat and writer.
Also recorded as Jacobo Stuart Fitz James Falco Portocarrero y Osorio.
Jacobo Fitz-James Stuart, 17th Duke of Alba in brief
- Born
- 1878
- Died
- 1953
- Known for
- politician,diplomat,writer,art collector,olympic competitor,athlete,foreign minister,ambassador
- Place of birth
- Madrid
Overview
Recorded at birth as Jacobo Fitz-James Stuart y Falcó.
Born at Madrid in 1878, died at Lausanne in 1953.
In detail
Jacobo Fitz-James Stuart, 17th Duke of Alba studied at Eton College, Universidad Central and Instituto Cardenal Cisneros. the recorded working language is Spanish.
The field of work recorded is politics and diplomacy.
Places of work recorded in the authority are Madrid. Residence is recorded at Liria Palace. Positions recorded include ambassador of Spain to the United Kingdom and procurador en Cortes. Membership is recorded of Royal Spanish Academy, Royal Academy of History and Royal Academy of Fine Arts of San Fernando.
Distinctions recorded are Knight of the Order of the Golden Fleece, Knight Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order, Collar of the Order of Charles III and Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour.
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