Quick Info
| Profession | Queen of Castile and Aragon |
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| Nationality | Spanish |
| Date of Birth | 22/04/1451 |
| Age | 53 years (died on 26, Nov, 1504) |
| Birthplace | Madrigal de las Altas Torres, Castile |
| Date of Death | 26/11/1504 |
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Isabella I was Queen of Castile from 1474 to 1504 and Queen of Aragon from 1479 to 1504. Known as Isabella the Catholic, she unified Spain through her marriage to Ferdinand II of Aragon. Her reign marked the end of the Reconquista, the establishment of the Spanish Empire, and the beginning of Spanish dominance in European politics for the next century. |
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| Byname | Isabella the Catholic |
| Spanish Name | Isabel la Católica |
Personal Life
| Religion | Devout Catholic |
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| Character | Noted for virtue, fear of God, and reputation for promoting justice |
Relationships & More
| Spouse | Ferdinand II of Aragon (married 1469) |
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Family
| Father | John II of Castile |
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| Mother | Isabella of Portugal |
Career
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| Reign | 1474-1504 (Castile); 1479-1504 (Aragon) |
| Legacy | Ushered in the Spanish Golden Age and established Spain as a major European and world power |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Her sponsorship of Columbus led to the discovery of the Americas and creation of most modern American nations | |
| 2. She was an effective monarch in bringing law and order to Spain | |
| 3. Her reign saw the permanent union of the Spanish kingdoms |