Vicente González Moreno facts for kids
Vicente González Moreno was a Spanish general born on December 9, 1778, in Cádiz. He was an important figure who supported a group called the Carlists during a conflict known as the First Carlist War. He became the leader of the Carlist army after their previous commander, Zumalacárregui, passed away. Vicente González Moreno died on September 6, 1839.
Early Life and Military Career
As a young soldier-in-training, called a cadet, Vicente González Moreno took part in the Spanish War of Independence. This was a big war where Spain fought against French forces. During this time, he showed great skill and rose through the ranks. He eventually became a brigadier, which is a high-ranking officer in the army.
Joining the Carlists
In 1832, Vicente González Moreno openly supported the Carlist uprising. The Carlists were a group who believed that Don Carlos, the king's brother, should be the next king of Spain. Because of his support for Don Carlos, Vicente was put in prison. However, he managed to escape and fled to Portugal. There, he joined Don Carlos and traveled with him to England. He returned to Spain in 1835 to continue fighting for the Carlist cause.
Key Battles and Later Life
Vicente González Moreno led Carlist forces in several battles. One notable event was the Battle of Mendigorria in 1835, which his side did not win.
Later, he had strong disagreements with another important Carlist general, Rafael Maroto. Vicente González Moreno was against the Convenio de Vergara. This was an important agreement that aimed to end the First Carlist War. Because he opposed this peace treaty, he left Spain and went to France. Sadly, he died in Urdax on September 6, 1839, during a conflict with some Carlist soldiers.
See also
In Spanish: Vicente González Moreno para niños
