The document summarizes the history of the Spanish Empire from its origins to its decline. It began with the reconquest of Spain from the Moors in 1492 and the voyages of Columbus that sparked Spain's colonial expansion. In the 16th century, Spain established a vast global empire through conquering the Aztec and Inca empires in the Americas and establishing colonies worldwide. However, by the 17th century Spain entered a gradual decline as its costly European wars drained its resources and its Habsburg rulers grew increasingly ineffective. The Spanish Empire reached its peak in the 17th century but lost most of its European holdings by the early 18th century.

1. Spanish EmpireBy: Cara TreneerHistory 140

2. History of SpainSpanning from prehistoric Iberia-> rise & decline of global empire->recent history as a member of the European Union. With the fall of Granada in 1492 the period called the Reconquista ended.Where the Christian kingdoms slowly took back the Iberian peninsula from the Muslims. 1492=Kingdom of Spain is createdChristopher Columbus’s voyage marked the beginning of development for Spain's Empire.Inquisition is establishedJews & Muslims who refused to convert were made to leave the country.

3. History of Spain ContinuedFor centuries Spain was the most important colonial power in the world.Spain established colonies in the Americas which brought them richesSpanish European wars =economic damage to Spain18th century saw new hope with the Bourbons in efforts to renew state institutions=success with some involvement in the American War of Independence. French and Napoleonic War= turmoil to all of Europe in the early 19th century=French occupation of much of the continent including Spain. After American colony independence many parties in Spain fought for lasting stability.

4. Habsburg SpainSpain’s European wars= economic damage. Later part of 17th century saw a gradual decline of power under an increasingly neglecful & clumsy Habsburg regime. House of Habsburg also known as the House of Austria. 1438-1740Best known for being an origin of all the formally elected Holy Roman Emperors.Originally from Switzerland.

5. Habsburg Spain ContinuedMarriages between royal empires BurgundySpainBohemiaHungary16th century the family separatedSenior=Habsburg SpainJunior=Habsburg MonarchySettling their claims in the Onate TreatyBecame extinct in the male line in the 18th centurySpanish branch ended up on the death of King Charles II replaced by Anjou branch =House of Bourbon.

6. The Spanish Empire Originated during the age of exploration

7. One of the first global empires