For his heroic actions in defence of the city, Santiago de Liniers was appointed Viceroy of the Río de la Plata, and Perichon de O'Gorman became the unofficial first lady. Her influence and power led to intrigues intended to discredit her, including allegations that she was a spy for the French or the English.
Santiago de Liniers was appointed Viceroy of the Río de la Plata due to his heroic defense of the city, while Perichon de O'Gorman became the unofficial first lady. Her influence and power led to efforts to discredit her, including accusations that she was a spy for France or England.