King alfonso xiii spain biography

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Alfonso XIII

King of Spain
Date of Birth: 17.05.1886
Country: Spain

Content:
  1. Birth and Early Life
  2. Political Role and Influence
  3. Reign Amidst Crisis
  4. Military Honors and the Primo de Rivera Dictatorship
  5. Loss of Support and Exile
  6. Exile and Unfulfilled Restoration
  7. Family and Legacy

Birth and Early Life

King Alfonso XIII of Spain was born on May 17, 1886, as the posthumous son of Alfonso XII.

He ascended to the throne immediately after his birth and reigned until his exile in 1931. His mother, Maria Christina of Austria, served as regent during his minority until he was declared of age in 1902.

Political Role and Influence

Alfonso XIII wielded significant constitutional authority and played a crucial role in shaping the government.

He used the royal prerogative to appoint and dismiss prime ministers, facilitating the peaceful transition of power and ensuring that ruling parties had strong majorities in the Cortes.

Reign Amidst Crisis

The king's reign coinci Morral affair - Wikipedia LESOQ