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          Valeriano Weyler y Nicolau
          (1838-1930)

          By  Heather W. Austin

          GENERAL:

          Valeriano Weyler y Nicolau was a successful Spanish general who served many prestigious posts throughout his military career.  He gained fame in the Spanish- American War for his unsuccessful "Reconcentration Plan."

          BIOGRAPHY:

          Valeriano Weyler was born in Palma de Mallorca, Spain in 1838.  He received his education in his hometown and in Granada, Spain.  At an early age, Valeriano decided to follow in his father's footsteps and build a career in the army.

          Weyler had established his career by the age of twenty and had already gained rank of lieutenant.  This foreshadowed other quick advancements that he was to make further into his career, gaining respect and trust as a strong leader.  He spent the early part of his career serving in the Ten-Year's War (1868-1878) in Santo Domingo and Cuba.  Most Cubans wanted social reforms and the abolishment of slavery i