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Army of Spain (Peninsular War)

Okay kiddo, do you remember hearing about wars in history class? Well, there was a big war that happened a long time ago called the Peninsular War. It happened in Spain, which is a country in Europe. The army of Spain was fighting against some other countries' armies, like France and Britain.

The soldiers in the Spanish army wore uniforms that were different colors. They had to march and fight for hours at a time. They used weapons like guns and swords to defend themselves and try to attack the enemy. The war was very long, and both sides had a hard time winning.

The Spanish people were really important in this war because they supported their army by giving them food, bandages, and shelter. Sometimes, they even helped the soldiers hide from the enemy. The Spanish army also had help from soldiers who came from other countries like Portugal, Britain, and Ireland.

In the end, the Spanish army won the war with the help of their allies. It was an important moment in the country's history, and they still celebrate it today.