Philip+II

__**Justin Spitzer**__:

**I. Philip II** **A. Inheritance** · Inherited from Charles V(father) Spain, the Netherlands, and possessions of Italy and New World · Strict conformity to Catholicism by use of Spanish Inquisition · Managed to expand royal power in Spain **B. Philip’s rule** · Wanted to make Spain a major power in Europe · Importation of gold and silver set off inflation in Spain · “Most Catholic King” **C. Netherland Revolt** · Philip wanted more control in Netherlands · Strongly opposed to those in the Netherlands · William the Silent led resistance against Philip · Philip sent Duke of Alva with 10,000 troops in response · Southern provinces formed Catholic Union, the Union of Arras · Northern states formed Protestant Union, the Union of Utrecht **D. Spanish Armada** · Philip wanted to invade England · Plans to meet with Duke of Parma and cross English channel · Smaller English ships had advantage over Spain · Terrible failure for Philip

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