Tuesday, May 26, 2009

KIng Alfonso inherits millions

May 26, 1903

King Alfonso XIII of Spain has inherited $7,500,000 from his grandfather, King Francisco. The will was opened one month ago. The king had stated that he did not want his will opened until 12 months after his death. Don Francisco de Asiz, Duke of Cadiz, married his cousin, Queen Isabel II, on October 10, 1846. On the same day, he was proclaimed King of Spain. He was the father of Alfonso XII, the present king's father. King Francisco died in France on April 16, 1902.

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