1889, Carabanchel, Madrid) was a Spanish inventor, field marshal of the marine infantry and brigadier of the navy.

At nine years old he entered the Military Naval College of San Fernando on 31 December 1851 as a midshipman.

He was sent by superiors on a path of learning and apprenticeship for the manufacture of gunpowder and arms, as well as to study the processes for the foundation of national industry.

From 17 August 1863 he again took command of the School and Branch of Naval Gunners, of which he was the most senior professor.

He was made very good offers by English cannon manufacturers to be the manager, but he did not accept them because he preferred to render his services to Spain.