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Carlist Wars
The ascension of Isabel II to the throne caused conflicts with the Carlists, who supported rival claimants. The Carlist Wars were a series of civil wars that persisted for much of Isabel's reign. -
Statute of Ferdinand VII
The first reign of Elizabeth II saw the announcement of a new law of the Statute of Ferdinand VII, which sought to address the political and constitutional framework in Spain. However, political instability and conflict persisted. -
Mendizabal government
The Mendizabal government played a significant role in attempting to modernize Spain's economy and reduce the power of the Catholic Church, but its impact was met with mixed reactions and contributed to the broader political struggles of the time. -
Mendizabal Disentailment
Mendizábal's notable impact stemmed from addressing debts, financing wars, boosting agriculture through land sales, reclaiming underutilized areas, and supporting foreign loans for liberal development projects during his time. -
Progressive
The Progressive government during Isabella II's reign (1854-1856) aimed to implement liberal reforms, including constitutional changes, educational modernization, and social measures, despite facing political instability and opposition. -
Espartero's Regency
General Baldomero Espartero, a key military figure, served as regent during Isabella II's minority. His regency was marked by efforts to stabilize the country and implement reforms. -
Progressive Biennium
During the Progressive Biennium, a liberal government led by Baldomero Espartero implemented progressive reforms, including changes in education and civil liberties. However, it faced opposition from conservative factions. -
Moderate
The period was characterized by instability in Spain. O'Donell briefly led the government, followed by a rule of moderates under Narváez until 1858. O'Donell's Liberal Union then governed until 1863. Authoritarian governance intensified opposition to Isabella II, leading to the Glorious Revolution of 1868 and her subsequent abdication. -
Madoz Disentailment
The Madoz Law, implemented in 1855 during Isabella II's reign, aimed to secularize church lands, diminish the Catholic Church's influence, and generate state revenue through the sale of church properties, bringing about substantial socio-economic changes in Spain. -
Moyano law
In the era of the Moderate Party, they embraced elements of the Public Instruction Law Project from the earlier Progressive Biennium, led by Minister Manuel Alonso Martínez. With legislative support from Claudio Moyano, this marked a significant milestone in Spanish law, establishing a state obligation for creating girls' schools. -
General O'Donell Statement
Was a Spanish nobleman, soldier and politician, great person of Spain as I Duke of Tetuán, I Count of Lucena and I Viscount of Aliaga. He chaired the Council of Ministers, after the progressive biennium of Baldomero Espartero. -
Revolution of (La Gloriosa)
Widespread discontent, political instability, and economic challenges led to the Revolution of 1868, also known as "La Gloriosa." It resulted in Isabella II's abdication and the establishment of a provisional government, marking the end of her reign.