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Period: 1530 to 1545
Traveled as a Child
Phillip traveled around The Netherlands, Germany, and Italy to converse with the noblemen of the countries. -
Period: 1530 to 1540
Catholic Education
As a child, Phillip was educated by Catholic clergymen. This shaped the strong belief Phillip had in Catholicism, which lead to many of his controversial policies when he became ruler. -
1539
Phillip's Mother Dies
His mother, Isabella of Portugal, died due to a miscarriage when Phillip was 12 years old. This was devastating to him because his father was often absent, causing a close relationship with his mother. -
1540
Fatherly Advice
Phillip's father, Charles V, taught him to never trust anyone too much. This stuck with Phillip throughout his rule which gave him the nickname, Phillip the Prudent. -
1543
Marries Maria of Portugal
Phillip married his cousin, Maria, who died two years later while giving birth to his first son, Don Carlos. -
1554
Marries Mary I of England
Phillip became a co-ruler of England while he was married to Mary I until her death 4 years later. -
1559
Marries Elizabeth of Valois
His third marriage lasted for a decade and ended open wars occurring between France and Spain -
1566
First Daughter Born
His third wife gave birth to his first daughter, Isabella Clara Eugenia. -
1567
Second Daughter Born
His third wife gave birth to his daughter, Catherine Micaela. -
1570
Phillip Marries Anna of Austria
Two years after the death of his third wife, he married Anna, who was the daughter of one of his cousins.
