Joaquin Baldomero Fernandez-Espartero, Prince of Vergara, Duke of la Victoria, (1793 - 1879); Spanish general and politician, who served as the Regent of Spain. He also served as Prime Minister of Spain three times. He was associated with the radical (or progressive) faction of Spanish liberalism and would become their symbol and champion after taking credit for the victory over the Carlists during 1839. His noble title, Duke of La Victoria was granted by Isabella II to him as a result.

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