Isabella I of Spain
One of the dominant Queens of European history, Isabella is famous for her marriage with Ferdinand which united Spain, her patronage of world explorers and, more controversially, her role in 'supporting' Catholicism.
About: Isabella I of Spain
Written by your Guide to Women's History, this quality biography is amply supported by links, a bibliography and details on people important to Isabella.
Written by your Guide to Women's History, this quality biography is amply supported by links, a bibliography and details on people important to Isabella.
Excerpt from her Last Wishes
The 'Deathbed Instructions to the Government Regarding the Treatment of Indians' might be short, but it's an important part of Isabella's Will, which was regarded as a magnificent governmental document.
The 'Deathbed Instructions to the Government Regarding the Treatment of Indians' might be short, but it's an important part of Isabella's Will, which was regarded as a magnificent governmental document.
Quest for Canonisation?
Isabella's effect on our modern world remains strong, especially in the field of religion. This site is campaigning for the Queen to be made a Saint for her devotion to Catholicism, while another site - found here - is petitioning for the opposite. Both contain details on the Queen, but with markedly different emphases.
Isabella's effect on our modern world remains strong, especially in the field of religion. This site is campaigning for the Queen to be made a Saint for her devotion to Catholicism, while another site - found here - is petitioning for the opposite. Both contain details on the Queen, but with markedly different emphases.