Permanent historical records · Updated 2026-11-03

1788 in Spain

Explore 4 historical events and records for Spain in 1788.

Historical records for Spain in 1788

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Government

Godoy, Manuel de · Government / Government of Spain

Charles IV leaves the Government in the hands of his wife & her lover, Manuel de Godoy

Succession

Charles IV · Madrid · Government / Government of Spain

Charles IV leaves the Government in the hands of his wife & her lover, Manuel de Godoy

Succession

Charles IV · House / House of Bourbon

Succeeds as King of Spain

Succession

Godoy, Manuel de · Madrid · House / House of Bourbon

Rules Spain with Charles IVs Queen, de Godoys lover

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