He was born circa 1831, and was baptized 15 Dec 1831. His father was Jose Francisco Anastacio Saldaña, and his mother was Maria Julia de la Peña. His padrino was Dn Sabas de la Garza, and his madrina was Da Mariquita de la Peña. Birth source: link
He married Maria Victoria de la Garza Falcon on 14 Jun 1855 in Mier. He was 24 years old.