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Beteta in the Carlist Wars

Beteta, Serranía Alta, Cuenca

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Beteta in the Carlist Wars

Historical milestone · Beteta, Serranía Alta, Cuenca

Image of Beteta, not of the place itself.

During the First Carlist War (1833-1840) general Ramón Cabrera fortified the town, taking advantage of its castle and its position above the gorge. The Isabelline troops of general Palacios emplaced artillery to recover it.

1833-1840

Photo: B25es (CC BY-SA 3.0)

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