Spain
Definition
Spain is a country located in southwestern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula. It has played a significant role in European history, particularly during the Age of Exploration and the Spanish Civil War.
Analogy
Think of Spain as a seasoned actor who's been in countless movies (historical events). From playing lead roles in blockbusters like "The Age of Exploration" to intense dramas like "The Spanish Civil War," this actor has seen it all.
Related terms
Iberian Peninsula: The landmass that houses both Spain and Portugal. It was a key launching point for exploration during the Age of Discovery.
Spanish Armada: A large fleet assembled by King Philip II of Spain in 1588 intended to invade England. Its defeat marked a turning point in naval warfare and power dynamics between England and Spain.
Spanish Inquisition: An institution established by Catholic Monarchs Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella I of Castile aimed at maintaining Catholic orthodoxy within their kingdoms, often associated with brutal methods of interrogation and punishment.
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Whose marriage led to formation of Spain as a unified country?
What if Spain had not gained control over much of South America during the Age of Exploration?
What might have been a probable outcome if Spain had not pursued an aggressive policy of mercantilism in the 16th and 17th centuries?
How might a historian’s interpretation of a primary source from Spain during the Columbian Exchange era be limited?
What major factor caused the decline of Spain as a world power at the end of the Habsburg dynasty?
Between France, England, Spain, and Russia, which country was the primary instigator of colonization and trade expansion between 1648-1815?
How did Portugal differ from Spain concerning their approach to overseas colonies during the Age of Exploration?
What was the main cause of the shift in balance of power from Spain to England during the 16th century?
Which treaty in the late-15th Century divided newly discovered lands outside Europe between Spain and Portugal?
If Spain hadn't amassed wealth from its New World colonies, how might this affect the European economy during the Age of Exploration?
What common theme can be observed in France’s approach to colonial rule in Algeria (1830-1962) and Spain’s treatment of South American colonies during the Age of Discovery?
Which person was connected with the rise of Fascist rule in Spain?
Which of these leaders is most associated with establishing a fascist regime in Spain?
Which dictator led Spain through a Civil War before ruling as its head of state until his death?
Had Spain joined Axis powers during WWII, what potential impact could it bear on the outcome of North African Campaign?
Which aspect of Portuguese colonial history differs most significantly from that of Spain regarding migration after decolonization?
How did Charles I attempt to raise funds for European wars against Spain?
What are some of the ways that authoritarian dictators consolidated their power in Spain, Italy, and Germany?
Which event sparked widespread revolt against Charles V's rule in Spain?
Which Napoleonic conflict had a significant impact on Spain?
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