The War of Independence (1808-1814)

• The Revolt of Aranjuez (1808) was a revolt against Carlos IV led by his own son Fernando VII, an unprecedented event in the history of Spain.

• As a result of the uprising, Carlos IV abdicated the throne in favour of his son Fernando VII.

• After this confusing situation, Napoleon managed to get Carlos IV and Fernando VII to Bayonne and to give up the throne to José Bonaparte, his brother.

• Meanwhile Fernando VII remained in prison. When he returned to Spain in 1814, he was received with great jubilation by the entire nation, who named him Fernando the Desired.

3 comentarios

[Estibaliz - 14 de noviembre de 2012 - 21:14]

Yes, it is. But it's good to know about our recent history.

[raul - 13 de noviembre de 2012 - 19:57]

yes is difficult to stuy

[elena - 12 de noviembre de 2012 - 21:29]

it is difficult to study!!!