Domingo de Acassuso
Domingo de Acassuso was a Spanish politician and military man, who served as mayor of Buenos Aires in 1716. He was the founder of the city of San Isidro.Biography
He was born in Zalla, province of Biscay, the son of Domingo de Acassuso and María de los Terreros. In Buenos Aires he was married to Teresa de Pessoa, daughter of Alejo de Pessoa and Juana Gómez, belonging to Creole families of Portuguese and African roots. His house was located in the vicinity of the Real Asiento de Inglaterra, an English factory belonging to South Sea Company.
Established in Buenos Aires fulfilled various political and military roles, including treasurer and accountant, and the vice-mayor of the city. He was also involved in the works of the Church of San Nicolás de Bari.
The Club Atlético Acassuso was founded in honor of Domingo de Acassuso. His family was linked to the family of Domingo Pelliza, a politician and military man, born in La Spezia region of Liguria, Italy.
