Felipe II
Felipe II of Spain (1527-1598) was a pivotal monarch during the Spanish Golden Age, known for his role in expanding Spanish territories and for his significant contributions to the arts and architecture, including the construction of the monumental El Escorial, which served as a royal palace, monastery, and mausoleum.
Born on May 21, 1527 (497 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colombia | 2 | 5.50 | 0.08% | +0% | 50,882,884 | 41,639 | $350,000 | 286$ |
| Dominican Republic | 1 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 10,847,910 | 6,115 | $89,000 | 50$ |
| Spain | 1 | 8.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 18,845 | $1,400,000 | 564$ |
| Totals | 4 | 108,485,572 | 66,599 | $1,839,000 | 900$ |
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Spain:
Felipe II was an admirer of El Bosco and had a significant collection of Flemish paintings.
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Dominican Republic:
Felipe II ordered a series of maps to be created for the navigation of the Spanish fleet.
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Colombia:
Felipe II was the King of Spain who received correspondence regarding the fortifications in Cartagena.
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Colombia:
Felipe II ordered the creation of accurate maps for navigation.
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Peru:
Felipe II was the king under whose name Miguel López de Legazpi took possession of Bohol.
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Spain:
Felipe II's dream was partially materialized by Carlos III in the construction of the canal.
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Estonia:
Felipe II offered a reward for the head of the leader of the Dutch freedom struggle, Oranje Willem.
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Spain:
Felipe II was fascinated by the samurai helmet that arrived in Spain in 1584.
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Spain:
Felipe II is referenced in a royal decree dated 1600 that was to be auctioned.
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Spain:
Felipe II decided to construct the monastery as a building of peace after the victory of San Quintín.
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