The passing of Charles II sparked a succession crisis
The passing of Charles II sparked a succession crisis in Europe. European powers scrambled for control over the Spanish throne.
The Habsburg dynasty faced its demise with the death of Charles II
The Habsburg dynasty faced its demise with the death of Charles II. The passing of Charles II sparked a succession crisis in Europe.
Charles abdicated the Spanish throne in 1556
Charles abdicated the Spanish throne in 1556. He retired to a monastery in Spain. His decision surprised many. Charles left his son to rule
Charles’s reign faced significant economic hurdles
Charles's reign faced significant economic hurdles, notably stemming from the influx of precious metals, silver, and gold
Charles’s ascension to the position of Holy Roman Emperor
Charles's ascension to the position of Holy Roman Emperor in 1519 marked a pivotal moment in European history
Charles also known as Charles I of Spain
Charles, also known as Charles I of Spain, ascended to the throne in 1516 following the death of his maternal grandfather, King Ferdinand II
Spain’s trajectory towards becoming a global superpower
Ferdinand II of Aragon's reign was instrumental in shaping Spain's trajectory towards becoming a global superpower in the 16th century.
The passing of King Ferdinand II of Aragon
With the passing of King Ferdinand II of Aragon, Joanna's son, Charles, ascended to the throne as the King of Spain.
Joanna heiress to the throne of Castile married Philip
Joanna heiress to the throne of Castile married Philip the Handsome, Duke of Burgundy, in 1496. Their union was arranged by Joanna's parents
The Spanish Inquisition was established in 1478
The Spanish Inquisition was established in 1478 and marked a significant development in the history of Castile.