Peninsular War
At a glance:
- Series: Chronology of European History
- Categories: Government and Politics, Military History
- Subcategories: Wars, Battles, Invasions, Raids, Conquests, Sieges, Napoleonic Wars
- Curriculum: 19th Century European History, French History, Spanish/Portuguese History
- Geographical Location: Spain
- Date: May, 1808-November, 1813
Article abstract: The Peninsular War marks the defeat of Napoleon in Europe for the first time and reveals the weakened authority and prestige of Spain’s authoritarian monarchy.
Summary of Event
The Peninsular War, sometimes referred to as the War of Independence in Spain, changed Spain irrevocably. As one phase of the continental war against France, Spain was the place where Napoleon tasted initial defeat. Touched off by the insurrection of May 2, 1808, in Madrid, the Spanish army and guerrilla forces fought the French while liberal leaders redefined...
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