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Manuel Codorniu
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Portrait by José Vallejo y Galeazo (1855)
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| Senator for Tarragona | |
| In office 1841–1843 |
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| Monarch | Isabella II of Spain |
| Preceded by | Antonio Rodes |
| Deputy for Castellón to the Constituent Cortes | |
| In office 13 November 1854 – 2 September 1856 |
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| Monarch | Isabella II of Spain |
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Manuel Codorniu y Ferreras
1 June 1788 Esparreguera, Province of Barcelona, Catalonia |
| Died | 18 July 1857 (aged 69) Madrid, Spain |
| Children | Antonio Codorniu y Nieto |
| Parent | Manuel Codorniu Vidal |
| Alma mater | University of Cervera |
Manuel Codorniu y Ferreras (born June 1, 1788 – died July 18, 1857) was an important Spanish doctor, teacher, and publisher. He worked as a military physician, helping soldiers stay healthy. He also served in the Spanish government.
Manuel Codorniu was a Senator from 1841 to 1843. Later, he was a Deputy in the Constituent Cortes from 1854 to 1856. These were important roles in his country's government.
During his life, he led several medical and political newspapers. One of these was El Sol, which was a very important newspaper. He also started an education program in Mexico. This program was based on the ideas of Joseph Lancaster, a famous educator.
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Manuel Codorniu's Early Life
Manuel Codorniu y Ferreras was born in Esparreguera. This is a small town in Catalonia, Spain. His birthday was June 1, 1788.
Both his father and grandfather were doctors. His father, Manuel Codorniu Vidal, was also a military doctor. This meant he cared for soldiers.
His Education and Studies
In 1797, Manuel joined the Conciliar Seminary of Barcelona. There, he studied many subjects. These included Latin, Rhetoric, Physics, and Mathematics.
He earned a degree in Philosophy in 1804. This was from the University of Cervera. He also took classes in medicine at the University of Valencia. In 1810, he graduated with a degree in Medicine from Cervera.
Military Service and Time in Mexico
Manuel joined the Spanish royal army. This was during the Peninsular War. This war was fought between Spanish forces and French forces. The French army was led by Napoléon Bonaparte.
He was captured by the French on May 3, 1811. After the war ended, he received awards. He also got a special payment from King Ferdinand VII.
Journey to New Spain
Manuel Codorniu joined the Overseas Army. He traveled to New Spain, which is now Mexico. He arrived in the Port of Veracruz on June 31, 1821. He came with Viceroy Juan O'Donojú. A Viceroy was like a governor for the king.
In Mexico, he studied different diseases. He also became involved in masonic lodges. These groups were like political clubs at the time. They often disagreed with the Catholic Church's influence in public life.
Starting a Newspaper and Education Program
In Mexico City, Manuel started a newspaper called El Sol. This newspaper was very important. It spoke out against Emperor Agustín de Iturbide.
He also helped start the Compañía Lancasteriana. This group worked to bring new education ideas to Mexico. These ideas were made popular by Joseph Lancaster.
Return to Spain
In 1827, Mexico became fully independent from Spain. The Mexican President, Guadalupe Victoria, ordered many Spanish-born citizens to leave. Manuel's political rivals used this chance to make him leave the country.
Back in Spain, he faced a special court. This court was for exiles and prisoners. He was found guilty and removed from the army in 1829.
Manuel worked as a private doctor for several years. He also helped during times of disease outbreaks. In 1836, he was allowed back into the army.
Political Career and Later Life
A few years later, Manuel Codorniu was elected to government roles. He was a senator for Tarragona from 1841 to 1843. Then, he was a deputy for Castellón. He served in the Constituent Cortes from 1854 to 1856.
He was the grandfather of Ricardo Codorníu y Stárico. Ricardo was a famous forester. He led important tree-planting projects in Spain in the 1800s.
Manuel Codorniu died in Madrid on July 18, 1857. He was 69 years old.
Books Written by Manuel Codorniu
Manuel Codorniu wrote several books, mostly about medicine and health. Here are some of his works:
- Historia de la salvación del ejército expedicionario de Ultramar de la fiebre amarilla (1820)
- Angina exantemática de México y demás enfermedades endémicas y epidémicas del país (1825)
- Conocimiento, curación y método precautivo de la enfermedad epidémica llamada vulgarmente el susto de la pinacata y demás afecciones catarrales (1826)
- El tifus castrense y civil (1838)
- Reglamento de Hospitales Militares (1838)
- Observaciones sobre las enfermedades más perniciosas que han reinado en el ejército en 1844 (1845)
- Aviso preventivo contra el cólera epidémico (1849)
- Formulario de los medicamentos para hospitales militares (1850)
- Alocución a los individuos del cuerpo de Sanidad militar (1854)
See also
In Spanish: Manuel Codorniu y Ferreras para niños
