Spain and Portugal

By rachel31497
  • the British attack the Spanish
    Jan 1, 1400

    the British attack the Spanish

    In the 15th and 16th centuries the British attack the Spanish ships, stopping them from adding to their empire of land and riches. The British also took valuables such as gold and silver, taking the countries money.
  • Period: Jan 1, 1420 to

    Conquering the Netherlands

  • The Spanish Move In
    Nov 28, 1515

    The Spanish Move In

    The Spanish soldiers start congregating in the Netherlands in an attempt to take it over.
  • Charles V Takes the Throne.
    Nov 28, 1515

    Charles V Takes the Throne.

    King Charles was "given" the throne of the Netherlands and took over as the supreme ruler of the country.
  • The Eighty Year War begins
    Nov 1, 1568

    The Eighty Year War begins

  • The Eighty Year War Ends

    The Eighty Year War Ends

  • The French Officially take over the Netherlands

    The French Officially take over the Netherlands