Isabella of Castille

?
  • Created by: Lxcy-16
  • Created on: 25-09-17 21:02
View mindmap
  • Isabella of Castile
    • Drawn into Castilian Politics
    • Half sister of Henry IV
    • Offered marriage candidates from Portugal, Aragon and France
      • Made the decision to marry Ferdinand without the permission of Henry, the king
        • Castillian people didn't like this and neither did Henry
          • Henry said she had shown 'disobedience to the crown'
          • Her claim to the throne was rejected and given to Henry's actual daughter
    • Was made heir to Aragon if Ferdinand died
      • Ferdinand put this in his will
    • Had close interest in the conduct of war
      • Seems to be responsible for improved supply methods and the establishment of military hospitals
    • Supported Christopher Columbus' expeditions
      • Was concerned with the well-being of native Americans when they were bought back by colonists
        • Freed  many native Americans from becoming slaves
    • Crime rate was at its lowest during her rule
    • Puts Spain in lots more debt
    • First woman to appear on a postage stamp and the US coin

Comments

No comments have yet been made

Similar History resources:

See all History resources »See all Spain 1469-1556 resources »