Flashcards on Spanish Reconquista: Fall of Granada

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What was the Spanish Reconquista?

The period of history when Christian kingdoms in the Iberian Peninsula fought to recapture territory from Muslim rule.

When did the Fall of Granada occur?

The Fall of Granada occurred on January 2, 1492.

Who led the Christian forces during the Spanish Reconquista?

Isabella I of Castile and Ferdinand II of Aragon.

Who was the last Muslim ruler of Granada?

Muhammad XII, also known as Boabdil.

What was the outcome of the Fall of Granada?

The Fall of Granada marked the end of Muslim rule in Iberia and the completion of the Spanish Reconquista.

Why was the Fall of Granada significant?

The Fall of Granada led to the unification of Spain under Christian rule and the beginning of the Age of Exploration.

Which Catholic Monarchs were involved in the Fall of Granada?

Isabella I of Castile and Ferdinand II of Aragon.

What role did Queen Isabella I play in the Fall of Granada?

Queen Isabella I played a key role in financing and supporting the military campaigns against Granada.

What impact did the Fall of Granada have on Spain?

The Fall of Granada marked the end of centuries of religious and cultural conflict in the Iberian Peninsula.

What other territories did the Christian kingdoms conquer during the Spanish Reconquista?

The Christian kingdoms also conquered territories such as Toledo, Cordoba, and Seville.

Where is the Alhambra located?

The Alhambra is located in Granada, Spain.

What is the significance of the Alhambra?

The Alhambra is a palace and fortress complex that served as the residence of the Muslim rulers of Granada.

What year did Columbus set sail for the New World?

Columbus set sail for the New World in 1492, the same year as the Fall of Granada.

What impact did the Fall of Granada have on the exploration of the New World?

The Fall of Granada freed up resources and manpower for Spain's exploration and colonization efforts.

Who wrote a detailed account of the Fall of Granada?

The Fall of Granada was documented by chronicler Hernando del Pulgar.

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