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Vicalvarada Pronunciamiento

When
28 June 1854
Where
Vicálvaro
Part of
Bienio progresista revolutionary coup in Spain

O'Donnell led a military uprising at Vicálvaro to demand a new government, confronting loyalist troops.

On 28 June 1854, Leopoldo O'Donnell united diverse forces and confronted government-loyal troops at Vicálvaro, southeast of Madrid. He demanded a new government to end corruption. The military result was mixed, prompting O'Donnell to seek civilian support for broader political goals.

Sources

  1. Isabella II Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-28
  2. Bienio progresista Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-24

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