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Espartero captures Castellote

Castellote, Maestrazgo, Teruel

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Espartero captures Castellote

Historical milestone · Castellote, Maestrazgo, Teruel

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On 23 March 1840 the liberal army commanded by Espartero attacked the villa and took the castle after three days of siege. The action formed part of the campaign that liquidated the Carlist resistance in the Maestrazgo.

1840

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