Julian Gonia

Julian de Gonia (1693-1767) was a Chief Minister and adviser to King Marten I, a member of the powerful Murais family.

Biography
Gonia was the son of Fernanda Murais and Rodrigo Gonia.

On the outbreak of the War of the Austrian Succession, Gonia moved to offer passive support to Spain and France. The death of Martin in 1744 spelled the end of Gonia's time in power. Pieter I opposed the growing Spanish influence and had Gonia removed from office and Brunant kept neutral through the latter stages of the war.