Queen Isabella II was the queen of Spain from 1833 until her abdication in 1868. She became queen at a young age after the death of her father, King Ferdinand VII. Her reign was marked by political instability, including numerous uprisings and changes in government. Isabella II faced challenges from various factions, including the Carlists, who opposed her rule. During her reign, Isabella II oversaw significant events such as the Spanish-American War and the Cuban War of Independence. Her government struggled with issues like corruption and economic difficulties. Ultimately, she was forced to leave Spain and lived in exile until her death in 1904.