Spanish History 101, EP 37: Isabel II (1833-1868)

Brian's Spain Domain

May 20 2024 | 00:20:57

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Show Notes

We are now looking at the middle of the 19th Century when Spain slowly but fairly steadily begins to evolve into a a constitutional monarchy, where parliament and prime ministers (and not monarchs) determine national and foreign policy. Meanwhile, Queen Isabel II is busy occupying her time with her countless lovers. It’s a very confusing […]

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