Isabella of Castille
Definition
Isabella I was the Queen of Castile from 1474 until her death in 1504. She married Ferdinand II of Aragon, which led to a united Spain. She is also known for financing Christopher Columbus' voyage to America.
Related terms
Queen Regnant: A female monarch who reigns in her own right, rather than through marriage to a king. This describes Isabella's role as queen.
Spanish Inquisition: An institution established by Catholic Monarchs Ferdinand and Isabella aimed at maintaining Catholic orthodoxy during their reign.
Columbian Exchange: The widespread transfer of plants, animals, culture, human populations, technology, diseases, and ideas between the Americas and the Old World in the 15th and 16th centuries. This was a direct result of Isabella's sponsorship of Columbus' voyages.
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AP European History - 1.5 New Monarchies from 1450 to 1648
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