For centuries, its flag flew over vast territories across the globe, from the Americas to the Philippines. It was an empire that reshaped continents, connected worlds, and left a legacy that we still feel today.But how did a kingdom on the Iberian Peninsula rise to such global dominance? And when did this colossal power eventually fade? That’s what we’ll explore, briefly, in this episode.

For centuries, its flag flew over vast territories across the globe, from the Americas to the Philippines. It was an empire that reshaped continents, connected worlds, and left a legacy that we still feel today. But how did a kingdom on the Iberian Peninsula rise to such global dominance? And when did this colossal power eventually fade? That’s what we’ll explore, briefly, in this episode.

What was the Spanish Empire?

History in Brief: The show where we take key moments from history and break them down into clear, concise overviews. Whether you studied this before and just want a refresher, or are hearing about it for the first time, join me as we review some of the most important events in humanity&#39;s history.

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History in Brief: The show where we take key moments from history and break them down into clear, concise overviews. Whether you studied this before and just want a refresher, or are hearing about it for the first time, join me as we review some of the most important events in humanity's history.

History in Brief: The show where we take key moments from history and break them down into clear, concise overviews. Whether you studied this before and just want a refresher, or are hearing about it for the first time, join me as we review some of the most important events in humanity's history.

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