spain occupation and liberation
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Spain: occupation and liberationNapoleon, the War of Independence and the political revolution of the 19th century in Spain
1. Napoleon’s occupation of Spain
- 1807 Treaty of Fontainebleau French troops entered Spain to conquer Portugal.- French army occupied Spain- Carlos IV and his son, Fernando, renounced their rights to the Spanish throne Napoleon- Joseph Bonaparte king in 1808
2. The Spanish War of Independence
- 2 May 1808, Madrid population rose up against the invaders War
- Processes during war- War itself
- Political revolution
2.1 The War- Battle of Bailén, victory for Spain- Napoleón controlled the Peninsula- Guerrillas- Duke of Wellington led British Army- Defeat of the French in 1813
2.2 The political revolutionTwo separate governments
Joseph Bonaparte● Bayonne Constitution
(enlightened reforms, equality)
● Few supporters, afrancesados
● Most of the population rejected his authority
The Central Council● Areas not controlled by the
French. Cádiz● Elected by Spaniards● Represented absent
Fernando● Regency Council in 1810
The Cortes of Cádiz and the Constitution of 181219 March 18121. Constitutional monarchy2. Popular sovereignty3. Limited male suffrage4. Separation of powers5. Guaranteed rights and freedoms
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