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Signing of the Santa María–Calatrava Treaty

Name: Signing of the Santa María–Calatrava Treaty
Start: 1836-12-28
Location: Madrid

When: 28 December 1836
Where: Madrid
Part of: Spain recognizes the independence of Mexico

Spain recognized Mexican independence via the Santa María–Calatrava Treaty, signed in Madrid on 28 December 1836.

The treaty was signed by Mexican Commissioner Miguel Santa María and Spanish state minister José María Calatrava. This act formally acknowledged Mexico's sovereignty, ending the period of diplomatic strain following the war of independence.

Sources

Mexican War of Independence Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-27

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