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In 1781, he became director of the Royal Artillery Factory of La Cavada, and reorganised it to that extent that he was promoted to become inspector general of the Spanish Navy. In 1783, at the age of 38, he became Navy Minister and continued the modernisation of the Spanish Navy.
In 1785, among 12 flags that he drew, one was chosen to become the Spanish naval ensign flag by Charles III.
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