16th century: Carlos I and Felipe II, Spain was a powerful kingdom, Monarchs has to fight Muslim Turks and Protestants, Capital city was established in Madrid, Felipe II colonised Portugal and Philipines, 17th century: Economic crisis, Portugal became independent from Spain, Many people emigrated to America, Period of bad crops, plagues and wars, Weak monarchs Who delegated their responsibilities to nobles, 18th century: War of Sucession, French Revolution, Absolutism as a form of government, Rousseau promoted ideas of equality and liberty, People wanted to end the inequality,

Leaderboard

Visual style

Options

Switch template

Continue editing: ?