Napoleon Bonaparte invaded Spain in 1808 primarily to exert control over the Iberian Peninsula and to enforce the Continental System, which aimed to weaken British trade. He sought to replace the Spanish monarchy with his brother Joseph Bonaparte, thereby consolidating French influence. The invasion sparked widespread resistance and ultimately led to the Peninsular War, which became a significant conflict for France and drained its resources.
To Conquer Spain.
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The brother of Napoleon who was made King of Spain was King Joseph I Bonaparte and he reigned from 1808 to 1813.
Prince Frederick Bonaparte Benton was a descendant of King Joseph the first of Spain.
Joseph Bonaparte.
The Peninsular Wars, when France led by Napoleon Bonaparte invaded Spain and Portugal.
Italy, Egypt, Austria, Russia and Spain.
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Joseph Bonaparte
Francisco Goya was the romantic artist who was in Spain when Napoleon overthrew the Spanish government. He also painted the portrait of Joseph Bonaparte, the older brother of Napoleon Bonaparte.