We are going to begin this definition by proceeding to discover the etymological origin of the term lieutenant that concerns us now. Specifically, we can establish that it is a juxtaposed word formed by these two in turn:
-Place, which derives from Latin. Exactly it emanates from “localis”, which can be translated as “relative to the place” and which, in turn, derives from “locus” which is synonymous with “place”.
-Lieutenant, which emanates from the Latin term “tenentis”. This is the result of the sum of the following lexical components: the verb “tenere”, which is equivalent to “have”, and the suffix “-nte”, which is used to indicate “agent”.
A lieutenant is known as someone who has the necessary powers to assume the position of another and make decisions specific to the position or position in question. The lieutenant, therefore, has the authority to replace someone in their duties.
In colloquial language , the partner or assistant of a person with power or influence over others is usually called lieutenant. The concept appears in politics , sports and other areas. For example: "After a complex investigation, the Police managed to capture a lieutenant of the well-known drug trafficker, who is still a fugitive" , "The young player got tired of being the lieutenant of the team's star since he intends to be the protagonist", "The “The dictator sent his lieutenants to negotiate with the government of the neighboring country.”
In the same way, we cannot ignore the existence of very significant figures in history who played the role at hand. So, for example, you should know that Adolf Hitler's lieutenant was none other than Rudolf Hess. He was appointed as such in 1933 and held that position until 1941, when he was taken prisoner and convicted for his crimes against peace. Specifically, he was sentenced to life imprisonment and served it until 1987 when he committed suicide.
Likewise, we have to establish that Luis González Vicén served as lieutenant of Francisco Franco's Guard. This was a far-right paramilitary-type organization that operated in Spain between 1944 and 1977.
On the other hand, other examples are that Rodolfo Fierro was Pancho Villa's lieutenant and that Gonzalo de Sandoval served as such for Hernán Cortés.
In the Old Regime of France , the title of Lieutenant General of the Kingdom existed. The king granted this distinction to someone he trusted so that, in the context of a crisis, he could exercise power on his behalf.
The Lieutenant General of Catalonia , meanwhile, was the representative of the king of Aragon and then of the monarchy of Spain in the Catalan region. This title emerged in the 14th century and was institutionalized from the reign of Ferdinand II of Aragon .
The Kingdom of Valencia , for its part, also had a Lieutenant General . This delegate of the king was first chosen from among the members of the royal family and later from members of the nobility.