Luis Fernández de Córdova facts for kids
Luis Fernández de Córdova (born August 2, 1798, in San Fernando, Cádiz; died April 22, 1840, in Lisbon) was an important Spanish military general and diplomat. He was also known as the first Marquis of Mendigorria.
Luis was the son of José de Córdoba y Rojas and the older brother of Fernando Fernández de Córdova. He played a big part in Spanish politics and wars during his lifetime.
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Early Life and Political Views
Luis Fernández de Córdova grew up in a time of big changes in Spain. He came from a military family.
He was strongly against the Spanish Constitution of 1812. This Constitution was a set of rules that aimed to give more power to the people and limit the king's power. It was seen as a "liberal" idea.
In July 1822, Luis tried to start a rebellion against the government that supported this Constitution. His rebellion failed, and he had to leave Spain and go to France for safety.
Exile and Return
About a year later, Luis Fernández de Córdova returned to Spain. He came back with the French army, led by Louis-Antoine, Duke of Angoulême.
This army helped to bring back the Absolute monarchy in Spain. This meant the king, Ferdinand VII of Spain, would have complete power again, without the Constitution limiting him.
Diplomatic Career
Because he helped restore the king's power, Luis was rewarded. He became a Spanish ambassador, representing Spain in other countries.
He served as an ambassador in important cities like Paris (France), Lisbon (Portugal), and Berlin (Germany). This showed his skill as a diplomat.
Military Career and the Carlist War
After King Ferdinand VII died, Luis Fernández de Córdova returned to Spain. He came back to support the king's daughter, Isabel, who was very young.
Isabel was fighting for the throne against her uncle, Carlos. This conflict was known as the First Carlist War.
Key Battles and Victories
Luis Fernández de Córdova was a skilled military leader. On December 12, 1834, he led a group of soldiers under General Rodil.
They won an important battle against General Zumalacárregui in the Battle of Mendaza. However, just three days later, his forces lost a battle called the First Battle of Arquijas, and he was removed from his command.
But Luis was soon called back to lead. On June 24, 1835, he became the commander of the Army of the North.
Just three weeks later, he proved his skills again. He led his troops to a major victory against General Vicente González Moreno in the Battle of Mendigorría. This victory was so important that he was given the special title of Marquis of Mendigorria.
Political Changes and Exile
In August 1836, a new political change happened in Spain. A group called the "progressives" rebelled against the current "moderate" government.
The regent, Maria Cristina, was forced to bring back the Spanish Constitution of 1812. General Córdova, along with other government officials who supported the moderate side, had to leave Spain and go into exile.
He was replaced as head of the Army of the North by Baldomero Espartero.
Later Life and Death
In 1838, Luis Fernández de Córdova tried to start another uprising in Seville, Spain. But this attempt failed.
He then fled to Portugal, where he lived for two more years. Luis Fernández de Córdova died in Lisbon on April 22, 1840.
See also
In Spanish: Luis Fernández de Córdova para niños
