History of Spanish Politics
Marriage of Isabella I of Castile and Ferdinand II of Aragon
The marriage of Isabella I of Castile and Ferdinand II of Aragon marks the beginning of the unification of Spain.
Fall of Granada
The fall of Granada marks the completion of the Reconquista, ending Muslim rule in Spain.
Christopher Columbus' first voyage to the Americas
Christopher Columbus sets sail on his first voyage to the Americas, marking the beginning of Spanish exploration and colonization.
Charles I becomes King of Spain
Charles I of Spain becomes King, marking the beginning of the Habsburg dynasty in Spain.
Defeat of the Spanish Armada
The Spanish Armada is defeated by the English fleet, marking a significant turning point in European naval power.
War of the Spanish Succession
The War of the Spanish Succession is fought over who should succeed to the Spanish throne after the death of Charles II.
War of the Spanish Succession begins
The War of the Spanish Succession begins with various European powers involved.
Treaty of Utrecht
The Treaty of Utrecht is signed, ending the War of the Spanish Succession and establishing the Peace of Utrecht.
Second Spanish Republic proclaimed
The Second Spanish Republic is proclaimed, leading to a period of political and social reform in Spain.
Spanish Civil War begins
The Spanish Civil War begins between the Republicans and the Nationalists, leading to years of conflict and division in Spain.
End of the Spanish Civil War
The Nationalists, led by Francisco Franco, emerge victorious in the Spanish Civil War, leading to the establishment of a dictatorship in Spain.
Death of Francisco Franco
Francisco Franco, the dictator of Spain, dies, leading to the transition to democracy in Spain.
Spanish Constitution of 1978
The Spanish Constitution of 1978 is approved in a referendum, establishing Spain as a constitutional monarchy and a parliamentary democracy.