Juan Curbelo (Texan settler)

Juan Curbelo was an early Texan settler of Spanish descent. He is notable for his role in the founding and development of San Antonio de Béxar (modern-day San Antonio, Texas) during the Spanish colonial period. Specific details about his life are somewhat scarce, but he is known to have been one of the original Canary Islanders (also known as Isleños) who were recruited by the Spanish crown to populate and secure the region.

Curbelo arrived in San Antonio with the other Canary Islanders in 1731. They were granted land and tasked with forming a civil community. The Isleños played a crucial role in establishing the first organized municipality in Texas and contributing to the cultural and economic development of the area. Curbelo likely participated in the daily life of the settlement, engaging in agriculture, construction, and civic duties. He would have been involved in establishing the infrastructure of San Antonio and in defending the settlement from attacks by indigenous groups.

While specific biographical details are limited, Juan Curbelo represents the important contribution of the Canary Islanders to the foundation of San Antonio and the early history of Texas. His presence highlights the diverse origins of the Texan population and the role of Spanish colonization in shaping the region.