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Juan Prim (1814-1870). Engraving. Colored
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Juan Prim (1814-1870). Engraving. Colored
Juan Prim (1814-1870). Spanish political and military. Engraving in Universal History, 1885. Colored
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1885 Bearded Castillejos Catalan Catalonia Juan Marquis Medal Medals Militar Prats Prim Universal
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This engraving showcases Juan Prim y Prats (1814-1870), a prominent Spanish political and military figure of the 19th century. The image, taken from the Universal History published in 1885, presents Prim in a bold and commanding pose. He stands tall with a full beard, donning the uniform of a high-ranking military officer with a sword at his side and a medal on his chest. The medals, including the Cross of Isabel la Católica and the Military Order of San Hermenegildo, signify his military accomplishments and dedication to the Spanish Crown. Born in Castillejos, Catalonia, Prim rose to prominence during the Revolution of 1868, known as the Glorious Revolution, which led to the abdication of Queen Isabella II. Prim's political acumen and military prowess made him a pivotal figure in the new Spanish government. He served as the President of the First Spanish Republic and later as the Prime Minister of Spain during the Sexenio Revolucionario, or the Revolutionary Sexennium. Prim's tenure was marked by political instability and military upheaval, but he remained a steadfast advocate for progressive reforms. His efforts to modernize the Spanish military and promote civil liberties earned him both admirers and detractors. Despite his controversial legacy, this engraving immortalizes Prim as a significant figure in Spanish history, a man who left an indelible mark on the political and military landscape of his time.
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