Spain history

Spanish Inquisition (1478–1834), judicial institution ostensibly established to combat heresy in Spain. In practice, the Spanish Inquisition served to consolidate power in the monarchy of the newly unified Spanish kingdom, but it achieved that end through infamously brutal methods.

Antique lithograph published by Larousse in France in 1897, beautifully detailed, depicting the map of Spain, its flags and military. Condition: Very good; Printed on the reverse (see image 2). Type: Encyclopedia/Dictionary page, Book plate, Original lithograph print. Paper size: Inches: approx 12.4" x 9.4" ( 31.5 x 24 cm). Origin: Paris, France. Antique prints can have some imperfections, discoloration and minimal spots, but this is due to age and give the picture a certain charm. Please…

Geographical, historical, and political factors cause differences between Spanish regions or provinces of Spain. Modern Spain appeared as a result of the wake of the expansion (Reconquista) of the Christian lands in northern Spain.

Spain, country located in extreme southwestern Europe. It occupies about 85 percent of the Iberian Peninsula, which it shares with its smaller neighbor Portugal. Spain is a storied country of stone castles, snowcapped mountains, vast monuments, and sophisticated cities.

The United States may be a relatively young country, having been founded in 1776, but it has some ties with the Middle Ages. The Sovereign Military Order

Many consider bitter house to house fighting to be a 20th century invention But in 1809 one Spanish city, Zaragoza, was witness to modern war.

I have to be honest: Madrid was not at the top of my bucket list. Even though the museums were a huge draw to the city, I felt I wouldn't like it as Madrid's

Historian John Matusiak discusses James I’s relationship with the Thirty Years’ War

Byla Musculosine "History of Costume" c1910