In the news1855
1855: Major Railway Expansion Law enacted
The 1855 General Railway Act spurred massive construction, with 460 km built annually from 1856 to 1866, connecting the country.
Royal Palace of Madrid, 26 Dec 1859 – 21 Oct 1861
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26 Dec 1859
Born in Royal Palace of Madrid
21 Oct 1861
Dies, aged 1
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In the news1855
The 1855 General Railway Act spurred massive construction, with 460 km built annually from 1856 to 1866, connecting the country.
What people wore
Popularity of head scarves in Navarra
Head scarves were the most common head covering for Navarrese women at mid-century, used by over 37% of the population, sometimes reaching up to 55% in specific areas.
Getting around
Stagecoaches traveled 150 kilometers a day
By 1850, stagecoaches regularly covered about 150 kilometers (thirty leagues) in a single day through many hours of travel.
In Europe · 1859–1871Italy is unified. Garibaldi, Cavour and Victor Emmanuel joined the Italian states into one kingdom, with Rome its capital from 1871.
In the news1853–1882
From 1853 to 1882, 325,000 Galicians emigrated, marking a period of intense, large-scale migration to Latin American countries like Cuba and Brazil.
Music
Popular festive dances and music
Popular dances like the fandango, jota, and polkas were enjoyed at festivals and public gatherings, often accompanied by instruments like the guitar or local brass bands.
Daily life
Teachers' salaries and housing
Schoolteachers in Santoña were provided with housing in addition to their annual salaries, which were 400 ducados for the male teacher and 200 ducados for the female teacher.