ORDEN PÚBLICO Y EJÉRCITO EN EL ESTADO SOBERANO DE SANTANDER: 1857-1886.

This article discusses the history of Santander, Colombia, during the latter half of the 19th century, a time known as the federal period. The author examines the development of a standing army by the government in an attempt to deter insurgents who opposed the conservative government. An analysis of the economic aspects of the army in Santander, including methods of its finance, is also provided.