The story of Philip II’s reign is a chronicle of invasion, intervention, suppression, and colonial expansion. This program evaluates the martial record of Philip II, ranging from his victories against France, Portugal, and the Ottoman Empire to the ignominious defeat of his “Invincible Armada,” sent against England. Philip II biographer Geoffrey Parker, Adreas Dorpalen Professor of History at The Ohio State University and author of The Grand Strategy of Philip II, is featured. Not available in French-speaking Canada. An RTVE Production. (Spanish, 55 minutes)

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Part of the Series : Felipe II-in Spanish

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		La Espana Que Hereda Felipe II-in Spanish During the reign of Charles V, Philip II's father, Spain grew to be a truly global power. This program considers the far-flung empire that Philip first began inheriting during the final years of his father's regime: the kingdoms of Castille and Arago...(more details)		VHS $99.95 DVD $99.95 DVD + 3-Year Streaming $149.93 3-Year Streaming $99.95
		El Principe Renacentista-in Spanish The Spain of Philip II's time was a place of great cultural accomplishment as some of history's most renowned writers, artists, and philosophers created works of lasting significance. This program looks at the Renaissance as it flourished in Spain du...(more details)		VHS $99.95 DVD $99.95 DVD + 3-Year Streaming $149.93 3-Year Streaming $99.95
		La Familia del Rey-in Spanish Philip II was married to Maria of Portugal, Mary I of England, Elizabeth of France, and Anna of Austria. What were the ramifications of these courtly alliances? And why did Philip imprison his heir, Don Carlos, in favor of his younger son, the future...(more details)		VHS $99.95 DVD $99.95 DVD + 3-Year Streaming $149.93 3-Year Streaming $99.95
		La Sombra del Emperador-in Spanish Through military action or political alliance, the hand of Philip II's father, Charles V, lay heavily upon portions of the Old World, the New World, and the Far East-but the scope of his imperialistic scheme was thwarted by the inexorable political r...(more details)		VHS $99.95 DVD $99.95 DVD + 3-Year Streaming $149.93 3-Year Streaming $99.95
		Justicia y Razon de Estado-in Spanish Viewed through the lens of time, Philip II was not the cruel tyrant portrayed by so many. In fact, his reign was generally just, but his bureaucratic absolutism, with its disregard for local conditions and privileges, inevitably caused discontent and...(more details)		VHS $99.95 DVD $99.95 DVD + 3-Year Streaming $149.93 3-Year Streaming $99.95

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