María Isabella of Spain

Queen of Spain, known for her reign

María Isabella of Spain - Queen of Spain, known for her reign
Born

July 6th, 1789
236 years ago

Died

1846
179 years ago — 57 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Spain

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Born in 1789, María Isabella became Queen of Spain in 1833 following the death of her father, King Ferdinand VII. Her reign was marked by political instability and civil conflict, including the Carlist Wars, which were fought over succession issues. María Isabella faced challenges such as economic hardship and social unrest during her rule. After a tumultuous period, she abdicated in 1868 and lived the remainder of her life in exile. She demonstrated resilience throughout her tenure, navigating complex political landscapes.

Reigned as Queen of Spain from 1833 to 1868

Faced civil wars over succession disputes

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