Early Modern Age
The early modern age
The Early Modern Age began with the discovery of America in 1492 and ended with the French Revolution in 1789.
Early Modern Age Intro - RR.pdfThe Catholic Monarchs
Isabel I of Castilla and Fernando II of Aragón got married in 1479.
They united the Kingdom of Castilla and of Aragón and created one large, powerful Christian kingdom.In 1492 they conquered the Kingdom of Granada. This was the end of the Reconquista.Later, they expanded their territories conquering the Kingdom of Navarra and the Canary Islands.Discovery of America _ Educational Videos for Kids.mp4The Discovery of America
In 1492, Christopher Columbus discovered America. This year is considered to be the beginning of the Early Modern Age.
The age of discovery
The Early Modern Age was a time of discovery when people´s ideas about the world changed.
Explorers discovered new lands and routes around the world.
The discovery of America initiated the exchange of plants and animals between the continents.
The Age of Discovery.pdfThe CONQUEST OF AMERICA
When the Spanish arrived in America they found a great variety of people. These were usually small tribes, but some groups had created big empires. The Spanish expeditions invaded their territories, changing their language, culture, religion and customs.
Spain during the XVI century.pdfSpain during the 16th century
During the 16th century, Carlos I and Felipe I, descendants of the Catholic monarchs, ruled the most powerful empire in the world, with territories in Africa, America, Asia and Europe.
SPAIN DURING THE 17TH CENTURY.
In the 17th century, the Spanish Empire entered a gradual economic decline.
Causes of this crisis were the expensive wars, plagues and dependence on gold and silver imported from America.
Spain during the XVII century.pdfSpain in the XVIII century.pdfspain in the 18th century
There were many important political and social changes in 18th-century Spain.
There was a change in dynasty and absolute monarchism appeared. The Spanish economy began to improve and the population increased, with many people moving to towns and cities.