PRESENTACIÓN GENERAL ESPARTERO

General

Espartero

Biography

I was a important figure in the history of Spain in the 19th century. I was born on February 27, 1793 in Ciudad Real, and I died on January 8, 1879 in Logroño. I began my military career in the Spanish War of Independence (1808-1814), where I fought against the Napoleonic forces. After the war, I rose rapidly in the army and joined the liberal ranks during the period known as the Liberal Triennium (1820-1823) and, later, in the First Carlist War (1833-1839), during which I won a great reputation as a military commander.

Changing Postures

progressive liberalism

Political ideas

My political ideas evolved over time, and these are some of the most important ones:

Defender of Isabel II

Regency and Dictatorship

Victory in the Battle of Luchana

Military rise during the War of Independence

Achievements

During my life I achieved many important things that marked me.

Participation in the Liberal Triennium

Leadership in the First Carlist War

Exile and Retirement

After facing political and social opposition, I opted for voluntary exile in 1843. In 1847, I retired from political life and, although I continued to participate in public affairs, my political influence was reduced. And I spent my last years in retirement.

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Military rise

I began my military career during the War of Independence against the Napoleonic forces (1808-1814). My military skill and loyalty to liberal principles earned me promotions and recognition.

Victory in the Battle of Luchana

I was very important during the Battle of Luchana in 1836, where the liberal forces, under my command, obtained an important victory over the Carlist forces.

Liberal Triennium

During the Liberal Triennium (1820-1823), I joined the liberal ranks and actively participated in the political events of the time. My support for liberalism and my role in defending constitutional institutions marked me as a prominent figure.

Liberalism

I was an advocate of progressive liberalism for much of my career. I supported constitutional monarchy and aligned myself with liberal principles that sought to limit the power of the monarch in favor of a constitution and a parliamentary system.

Isabel II

I stand out for my loyalty to the young Queen Isabel II. After the death of Fernando VII, I became involved in the regency to protect the rights of Isabel II against the Carlist threat. I fought in defense of the constitutional monarchy and against those who sought to undermine the legitimacy of Isabel II.

Changes

Despite my integration into progressive liberalism, I experienced changes in my political alliances throughout my career. At some moments, I maintained relationships with more moderate groups, while in other periods I allied myself with more conservative sectors.

Statue

In Logroño, Spain, there is a statue dedicated to me since Logroño is the city where I died, and the statue is a recognition of my historical figure and my contributions to Spain.

First Carlist War

I stood out during the First Carlist War, a conflict between the liberals, supporters of Queen Isabel II, and the Carlists, followers of the claimant to the throne Carlos María Isidro. I took on a crucial role in defending the constitutional monarchy and became one of the most prominent military leaders on the liberal side.

Regency and Dictatorship

During my period as regent, I took measures to consolidate central power and maintain stability in Spain. However, my regency also faced opposition and criticism, and at times I assumed dictatorial powers to maintain order.