Ferran el Catòlic

Ferran el Catòlic, known as Ferdinand II of Aragon, was a pivotal figure in Spanish history, becoming king in 1479. His marriage to Isabella I of Castile united two of the largest kingdoms in Spain, laying the groundwork for the unification of Spain and the establishment of a powerful Spanish monarchy. Together, they sponsored Christopher Columbus's 1492 voyage, leading to the discovery of the Americas and significant territorial expansion for Spain.