Abdication of Charles IV of Spain

Date: March 19, 1808 • Location: Aranjuez, Spain

King Charles IV of Spain was forced to abdicate in favour of his son Ferdinand VII as a result of the Tumult of Aranjuez.

Charles IV was King of Spain and ruler of the Spanish Empire from 1788 to 1808.

This milestone marked a defining occurrence in Spain's and world history, leaving an indelible imprint on societal development, international relations, and cultural memory. Its enduring ramifications continue to be examined and commemorated by historians and scholars across the globe.