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Amadeo I of Spain

1845–1890 · 19th century · Also known as Amadeo of Savoy

Amadeo I, a son of Victor Emmanuel II of Italy, was elected King of Spain by the Cortes and reigned from 1871 to 1873. His backer Juan Prim was assassinated days before his arrival. Facing Carlist revolt, war in Cuba and quarrelling parties, he abdicated in February 1873, and the First Spanish Republic was proclaimed.

Amadeo I of Spain
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Sexenio DemocráticoSpanish First Republic

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