Queen Isabella

Many people have heard of King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain. However, only some know of all the things they accomplished. They might be best known for funding the voyages of Christopher Columbus, but they also greatly contributed to the unity of Spain (“Isabella l”). Together, they brought many kingdoms on the Iberian Peninsula together to form what Spain is today. Through Spain’s unification, King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella strengthened Spain into an economic and dominant world power, enabling the spread of Christianity and the colonization of a New World.

Christopher Columbus and Alvez Nunez Cabeza de Vaca were both explorers for Spain, but under different rulers and different times. The more famous, Christopher Columbus, came before de Vaca’s time. Columbus sailed a series of four voyages between 1492 and 1504 in search for a route to Asia which led accidentally to his discovery of new land inhabited with Indians. Christopher sailed under the Spanish monarchs, Ferdinand and Isabella for his journey to the “Indies,” whom he was loyal to by claiming everything in their name. De Vaca , followed in Christopher’s footsteps and journeyed to Hispanionola for Spain’s emperor, Charlves V, the grandson of Ferdinand and Isabella. Both, Columbus and de Vaca composed a series of letters addressing the

During The 15th and 16th centuries, rulers of numerous European countries paid for several expeditions with hopes that The explorers would discover enormous riches and vast unheard of lands. Christopher Columbus, an Italian explorer, asked multiple countries to sponsor his expedition, such as Portugal, France, and England but they turned down the proposition numerous times. Not until 1491, the Spanish monarchs King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella, the King and Queen of Spain, he finally discovered a sympathetic audience. Queen Isabella and King Ferdinand were both Catholic monarchs in Spain during the late 1400 century and the early 1500 century. Christopher Columbus came to the King and Queen asking them to fund his expedition across the Atlantic, hoping to find a quicker trading route to Asia, spread Christianity, and to discover new lands and treasures. The King and Queen both put their faith into the Italian explorer and funded his mission to cross the Atlantic to find glory for himself and as well as King Ferdinand, Queen Isabella, and Spain.

Christopher Columbus was an Italian who worked on behalf of, King Ferdinand II and Queen Isabella I. The Spanish monarchs’ ultimate goals were to find a trade routine to India, Asia and to spread the Catholic religion to others. They financed Columbus with the Nina, Pinta, and Santa Maria to find a western route to India. Thinking that it was India, Columbus found land. In his journal, Columbus described his first account of the natives as “they were very friendly to us, and perceived that they could be much more easily converted to our holy faith by gentle means than by force” (“Fordham University”). Also, he plans for them to be great servants so they “may learn our language” (“Fordham University”). He says

On May in 1486 almost a year after Columbus had enter Spain, he was finally allowed to meet with the queen who is said to be known for her great judgment in choosing the right man for the right job. The queen turned down Christopher’s proposals several times before giving it any true thought. The queen sent out her confessor to examine the great project to see if it was feasible. For the next six months Columbus lived the worst days of his life. Christopher was subjected to continuous prejudice even though he knew his great project would open new pathways to maritime achievement and opportunity, but still the public viewed his revolutionary planes as a crackpot idea. Very few of the queen’s staff were in favor of the great quest except for one, Diego de Deza who granted Columbus 12,000 maravedis a year, which was about $83 in gold. It was enough to support a man like Columbus. Columbus had simple tastes.

Christopher Columbus was a well-known traveler who originated from Italy. Christopher Columbus had a legacy that was troubled with disagreements for reason of his treatment towards the native population. His journeys encouraged mass amount of Europeans to obtain interest in taking over the Americas. Throughout his letter written to Sant’ Angel, Columbus explains his emotion in being very satisfied with the results he has revised throughout his first voyage. Christopher Columbus then goes into detail concerning his appreciation to the royal King and Queen, Ferdinand and Isabella as he mentions, “I passed over the Indies with the fleet which the most illustrious King and Queen, our lords, gave to me” (Columbus 8). Christopher Columbus creates a powerful image for the King and Queen because he trusts that the maintenance of Ferdinand and Isabella throughout his journey was an incredible aspect that resulted in his spectacular accomplishment.

King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella gave funds to the Italian explorer and navigator, Christopher Columbus, to discover a new route to Asia. By finding a new route to Asia, Spain would have the advantage in trading with them by having access to a shorter and safer trade route instead of having to go around the African continent. Why did King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella hire Columbus instead of a Spanish Explorer? The deal between Spain and Columbus was that any minerals and resources found would go to Spain and Columbus would become Governor of any place he landed at. In this way, there are many advantages and disadvantages of working relationships between foreign parties.

Born in 1474, Isabella d’Este’s family shaped her into who she became later on in her successful life. Isabellas parents taught her the important lessons of politics and government starting at a young age and that women can be leaders just like men,“Her parents believed in schooling their daughters equally to their sons, and she received an education not frequently afforded women”.(Brooklyn Museum,1). The important lessons Isabella was taught impacted her in a large way later in her life. This time

Christopher Columbus was an Italian-born man that managed to win the favor and funding of the Spanish monarchy. With this funding, Columbus led the most well-known voyage in human history: the voyage to the New World in 1492. This voyage laid the foundation for future colonies and, eventually, many nations in the world. However, this voyage would not have gone past conceptualization if Columbus had not been supported by the Spanish monarchy. While a variety of factors affected the monarchy’s decision, the primary factors were Columbus’ experience in navigation, assistance Columbus received from Jewish supporters, and the capitulations laid out by Columbus himself.

Christopher Columbus and Alvez Nunez Cabeza de Vaca were both explorers for Spain, but under different rulers and different times. The more famous, Christopher Columbus, came before de Vaca's time. Columbus sailed a series of four voyages between 1492 and 1504 in search for a route to Asia which led accidentally to his discovery of new land inhabited with Indians. Christopher sailed under the Spanish monarchs, Ferdinand and Isabella for his journey to the "Indies," whom he was loyal to by claiming everything in their name. De Vaca , followed in Christopher's footsteps and journeyed to Hispanionola for Spain's emperor, Charlves V, the grandson of Ferdinand and Isabella. Both, Columbus and de Vaca composed a series of letters addressing

King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella were the Spanish monarchs at the time of Columbus’ voyages.

Columbus Day has been celebrated since 1971 and historians continue to tell the pleasant side of the story. This national holiday honors Christopher Columbus, an Italian explorer, and his “discovery” of the New World. The Age of Discovery took place in the 15th and 16th century as a result of European nations sponsoring expeditions abroad in the search of great wealth and undiscovered lands. Many European countries, especially Spain, were yearning to learn about new lands and obtain goods from the Far East. Christopher Columbus presented the idea of traveling west of Europe across the Atlantic instead of sailing south of Europe and along the African coast to reach Asia. The Spanish monarchs, King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella, supported Columbus,

Christopher Columbus was an Italian-born man who managed to win the favor and funding of the Spanish monarchy. With this funding, Columbus led the most well-known voyage in human history: the voyage to the New World in 1492. This passage laid the foundation for future colonizations and, eventually, the creation of many nations in the New World. However, this voyage would not have gone past conceptualization if the Spanish monarchy decided against supporting Columbus and his exploration. Despite Columbus’ lack of Spanish descent, the Spanish monarchy aided his travels. While a variety of factors affected the monarchy’s decision, the primary reasons were Columbus’ experience in navigation, the assistance that Columbus received from Jewish

Christopher Columbus’s life was filled with adventures and new beginnings that would leave a remarkable impression throughout history. Born in 1451 in Genoa, Columbus from an early age would become well acclimated to sailing as he began his career aboard a merchant ship and later study mathematics, astronomy, cartography, and navigation. Growing up and experiencing new thing Columbus began to come up with a plan different from all others to set sail across the Atlantic instead of going around the African continent. With his ideas being turned away from both Portugal and England it was Ferdinand and Isabella who took sympathy upon him and financial back his voyage as they both had hopes of gaining fame and fortune. In 1942, Columbus began his voyages and would carefully document each experience in the form of letters that would have a lasting impact on the world. I believe with the dramatic change in tones we see between the first and fourth letters it gives us the reader a true insight into Columbus’s mental and physical emotions over the years. Furthermore, these letters allow us to explore a part of history that is considered monumental while gaining information of what took place over a ten-year journey.

Catherine, First Queen of King Henry VIII, daughter of King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain, was born at Alcala de Henares on the 15 or 16 of December 1485. She is the youngest in her family of five, which includes one son and four daughters. She was also the youngest of the surviving children of King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella. When her mother was pregnant with Catherine she would travel in hot spring and scorching summers to be with the army, and unfortunately Queen Isabella lost many children because of the conditions that she traveled in. Catherine was seven when her parents defeated the Moors. Catherine grew up during the Spanish inquisition, which explained why her mother went wherever the army went. Catherine was also the youngest daughter of one of Europe’s most famous power couple. Since her parents were a power couple it made the children to be desired and married too. Queen Isabella and King Ferdinand marriage had united Spain under one rule. Catherine did have an older brother who was going to be the heir to the throne, and due to a tragic accident Juan died at the young age of 19. In response to his son’s death, Ferdinand became