Spanish President Emilio Castelar, who was appointment dictator in
an attempt to restore order under a centralised republic in
September, resigned on 2nd January and retired from politics. On
the following day, Marshal Francisco Serrano takes his place as
dictator.
Citation:
Editors. "Marshal Francisco Serrano becomes dictator in Spain".
The Literary Encyclopedia. First published 30 December 2011
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