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Miguel Tacón

1775–1855 · 19th century · Also known as Miguel Tacón y Rosique

Miguel Tacón was a Spanish general who served as captain-general of Cuba from 1834 to 1838. He ruled with near-absolute powers, suppressed crime and dissent in Havana and carried out major public works, including a prison, roads, markets and the Tacón Theatre. He opposed Creole liberal demands, and Cuban deputies were excluded from the Spanish Cortes in 1837 during his rule.

Miguel Tacón
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Captaincy General of Cuba

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The Epoch Institute. (2026). Miguel Tacón. In The Epoch Institute Encyclopedia. https://the-epoch-institute.org/encyclopedia/miguel-tacon
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