This document summarizes key events in modern Spanish history from the late 18th century to the early 19th century. It discusses how the French Revolution brought new ideas of liberty, equality and fraternity that spread from France to other parts of Europe. Napoleon Bonaparte rose to power in France and decided to invade Portugal and conquer Spain, sparking the Spanish War of Independence. The document examines paintings by Francisco Goya that reflected the turbulent political times in Spain during the French occupation and war.