Jerónimo Valdés facts for kids
Jerónimo Valdés (born 1784, died 1855) was an important Spanish military leader and government official. He was born in a place called Villarín in Asturias, Spain. Valdés played a role in many significant events during his time.
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Jerónimo Valdés: A Spanish Leader
Jerónimo Valdés had a long career serving Spain, both in its military and in its government. He was involved in major conflicts and held several high-ranking positions.
Early Military Career
Valdés took part in the Battle of Ayacucho in 1824. This battle was a big defeat for the Spanish forces in South America. Even though it was a loss, it was an important moment in history.
Important Government Roles
After his military service, Valdés took on several important government jobs.
- He served as the Viceroy of Navarre from 1833 to 1834. A Viceroy was like a governor who ruled a region in the name of the king or queen.
- He also held the position of Minister of War. This meant he was in charge of the country's military forces and defense.
The First Carlist War
Valdés fought in the First Carlist War, which was a civil war in Spain. He was on the side of the Liberals, who supported Queen Isabella II. This side was also known as the Isabeline side. During this war, Valdés lost the Battle of Artaza on April 22, 1835.
Soon after this battle, Valdés signed an agreement called the Lord Eliot Convention. This agreement helped to set rules for how prisoners of war should be treated during the conflict. It was an important step to make the war more humane.
Later Years and Other Positions
Later in his career, Jerónimo Valdés continued to serve in high-ranking roles:
- He became the Captain-General of Valencia and later of Galicia. A Captain-General was a military commander who also had civil authority over a region.
- From 1841 to September 1843, he served as the Governor of Cuba. At that time, Cuba was a Spanish colony, so he was in charge of its administration.
See also
In Spanish: Gerónimo Valdés para niños
