Which political system established in Spain in 1873 was characterized by severe cantonal insurrections in cities such as Cartagena?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. The First Republic
Analysis: The First Spanish Republic (1873-1874), particularly under President Francisco Pi y Margall, experienced the Cantonalist Revolution, where radical federalists declared independent city-state cantons in Cartagena, Seville, and Valencia. Answer: The First Republic. Why not the others: The Second Republic existed from 1931 to 1939; The Regency of Espartero was 1840-1843; The Trienio Liberal was 1820-1823.
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