Regency Maria Christina of the Two Sicilies
when ferdinand died on 29 september 1833, maria christina became regent daughter isabella. isabella s claim throne disputed uncle, infante carlos, count of molina, claimed brother ferdinand had unlawfully changed succession law permit females inherit crown (see carlism). supporters of don carlos went far claim ferdinand had bequeathed crown brother maria christina had suppressed fact. further alleged queen had signed dead husband s name decree recognizing isabella heir.
carlos attempt seize power resulted in carlist wars. despite considerable support carlos conservative elements in spain, maria christina retained throne daughter. carlist wars grew dispute succession dispute on future of spain. supporters of maria christina , daughter favored liberal constitution , progressive social policies. in contrast, carlos supporters (called carlists) favored return traditional society , absolute monarchy. ultimately, army s loyalty isabella ii proved decisive issue in war.
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