In what year did Alfonso XII's mother abdicate in his favour?
1879
1860
1870
1874
Answer
In 1870, Queen Isabella II abdicated in favor of her son, Alfonso XII, who was only seven years old at the time. Isabella had ruled Spain since 1833, but her reign had been plagued by political instability and economic problems. The abdication was seen as a way to end the political turmoil and bring stability to the country.
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