The First Spanish Republic (1873-1874): A Tumultuous Journey
The First Spanish Republic (1873-1874)
5. Proclamation and Early Challenges
The Republic’s Birth
The First Spanish Republic emerged from the resignation of Amadeus of Savoy. On February 11, 1873, the Courts proclaimed the Republic, electing Estanislao Figueras as president. However, the Republic faced significant challenges from the outset. International recognition was limited, with only the United States and Switzerland acknowledging the new government.
Popular Support and Unrest
Despite the challenges,
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Item 8: 17th-Century Spain
S.17.1: Government and Internal Conflicts
The Habsburg Rule and Spanish Decline
The “validity” of the 17th-century Habsburg rule coincided with the period of Spanish decadence. This decline resulted from their inability to maintain Spain’s legions in Europe and the significant internal conflicts during their reign. These Habsburgs relied on political figures and trusted men, contrasting with the previous authoritarian rulers.
Principal Figures:
- Philip III (Duke of Lerma and
Imperialism, Armed Peace, and World War I: A Historical Overview
1. Imperialism (1875-1914)
Imperialism, a historical phenomenon between 1875 and 1914, involved European powers, the U.S., and Japan conquering new territories. These powers dominated the economies of the colonized countries. Contemporary with the Second Industrial Revolution, imperialism stemmed from protectionist measures that led nations to seek new markets to sustain economic growth. These new territories provided raw materials and energy sources for the new industries, and their production
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Reign of Philip II
Domestic Policies
Several rebellions challenged Philip II’s rule. The first was the Revolt of the Moriscos in the Alpujarras (1568-1571). The Moriscos, Muslims who had converted to Christianity, were suspected of false conversions as they retained their language and customs. Their presence posed a religious problem and a potential political one, as they could ally with Barbary pirates. Don Juan de Austria crushed the rebellion in 1570.
The second rebellion occurred in Aragon in
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The Crisis of the Old Regime and the Liberal Revolution (1808-1820)
The Crisis of the Monarchy and the War of Independence
The Crisis of the Monarchy of Charles IV
The monarchy of Charles IV was discredited due to the government crisis and the immense power accumulated by his favorite, Manuel Godoy. This sparked strong opposition and a desire for change in governance. Godoy’s economic policies, including disentailment, antagonized the Church. Spain’s submission to France led to the defeat at Trafalgar
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Charles IV and the French Revolution
The war between Spain and Revolutionary France began in 1793 and lasted until 1795. Initially, the French were defeated and forced to sign a treaty. However, French occupation of several Spanish cities led to unrest. The Aranjuez uprising in 1808, fueled by public discontent with France and the weakness of Charles IV, resulted in his son Ferdinand becoming King Ferdinand VII. Napoleon exploited the situation, kidnapping the royal family and installing his brother,
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