5 Questions
Which country governed the Spanish Empire?
Spain
What was the Spanish Empire sometimes referred to as?
The Hispanic Monarchy
What is the Spanish Empire known as due to its vast territory?
The empire on which the sun never sets
When did the Spanish Empire reach its peak in terms of territory?
1810
What was an important factor in the formation of Spain's empire?
The dynastic union between Isabella I of Castile and Ferdinand II of Aragon
Study Notes
The Spanish Empire
- The Spanish Empire was governed by Spain.
Nicknames of the Spanish Empire
- The Spanish Empire was sometimes referred to as the "Empire on which the sun never sets".
- The Spanish Empire is also known as the "First Global Empire" due to its vast territory.
Peak of the Spanish Empire
- The Spanish Empire reached its peak in terms of territory in the 18th century.
Formation of the Spanish Empire
- An important factor in the formation of Spain's empire was the marriage between Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella I of Castile.
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