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Ferdinand VI, called The Learned (1713-1759), King of Spain (1746-1759). He was the son of King Philip V. Although he was the first Ferdinand of the united kingdom of Spain, he numbered himself after Ferdinand V, King of Castile. Ferdinand VI abandoned the old Spanish policy of foreign entanglements and kept Spain neutral during the early part of the Seven Years' War. He also promoted internal welfare by encouraging industry, and he reorganized the navy.

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