Carlos V
Carlos V was Holy Roman Emperor and King of Spain during the 16th century, known for his vast empire that spanned Europe and the Americas. He commissioned several explorations, including those led by Sebastián Gaboto, in hopes of expanding Spanish territories and securing trade routes, particularly to the Spice Islands.
Born on Jan 24, 1500 (525 years old)
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Argentina:
Carlos V. is mentioned as a former head of the tax authority involved in the case against Marcelo Bailaque.
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Venezuela:
Carlos V is mentioned as the father of Felipe II, who initiated the custom of depicting religious images on armor.
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Dominican Republic:
Carlos V renounced the Molucas after his marriage to Isabel de Portugal.
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Spain:
Carlos V was the emperor who competed with Francisco I for power in Europe.
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Guatemala:
Carlos V is attributed with a phrase reflecting the importance of communication and language adaptation.
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Dominican Republic:
Emperor Carlos V requested the declaration of the Cathedral of Santo Domingo as the first cathedral of the New World.
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Argentina:
Carlos V was the emperor who approved Gaboto's project to seize the Moluccas.
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