October Plot

The October Plot was an attempted coup in Mariana in October 1913, which led to the death of King Pieter II in an assassination attempt. Ultimately the plot failed.

Background
From the establishment of a democratic government in 1881 following the Liberal Revolution, Felix van Biancator, an army colonel was Prime Minister until his death in 1902. He kept a firm grip on government and was instrumental in keeping order. Within 10 years of his death, eight governments had held power, including a brief three months under the Radical Party, a radical rightist movement that eventually collapsed and merged into the White Party.