Np and i assume Charles new titles in bohemia and hungary are included inside his many titles in the HRE.
Trastamara Spain? What would happen if Fernando II of Aragon and Isabel I of Castile actually had a living son?
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Yes, I just didn't feel like writing his novel of titles. Lol
True, and i bet his mother Maria spend a whole day praying for forgivness due to the mixture of grief and pride she held in her with the death of louis: Grief for her poor niece and pride over how her precious son attained the kingdoms.
Oh definitely. I am actually trying to figure out what will happen with Maria now
I can see her spending her remaining years administrating the burgundian lands in her son's name.
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Chapter 44: Solitude and Change
King Juan, despite still mourning personally over the loss of his eldest sister, began to prepare for the marriages of his two youngest children. His youngest son, Infante Carlos, Duke of Cadiz, was now twenty-one years old and was preparing to marry sixteen year old Lady Eleanora D'Este, the daughter of the Duke of Ferrara. It was to be a double alliance, as King Juan's youngest daughter, Infanta Isabel, was to marry the heir to the Duke, Lord Ercole.
The entourage of Lady Eleanora D'Este arrived in Madrid in February 1531. The young lady was beautiful with chestnut brown hair, bright blue eyes and fair skin, having inherited the beauty of her mother, Lucrezia Borgia. King Juan welcomed his daughter-in-law warmly and introduced her to his son.
Infante Carlos, the Duke of Cadiz and Lady Eleanora D'Este were married in the presence of the Spanish Court on 28 February 1531. Since he was not the heir, the wedding of Infante Carlos was more subtle, but still grand. King Juan smiled, as he saw the happiness in his young son, that reminded him of himself at his own marriage forty years prior.
The young couple were put to bed and the marriage was consummated almost instantly. King Juan made sure that his people benefitted from the marriage. He gave free food and wine to the people . He wrote to his sisters that the wedding was a success and he was happy.
Several days later, on 7 March 1531, King Alfonso of Navarre and Queen Isabel welcomed their sixth child, a healthy daughter. King Alfonso had written to his father, King Juan, apologizing for their absence at his brother's wedding. King Juan was happy at the birth of yet another healthy grandchild. King Alfonso announced that the new little Infanta would be named Maria.
After making sure the new Duchess of Cadiz was settled, the entourage that escorted Lady Eleanora D'Este to Spain, that same entourage would be escorting Infanta Isabel to her name home and husband in Ferrara. Everyone was struck by the youngest Infanta and her beauty. They knew the future Duke would be besotted.
Infanta Isabel departed Spain on 5 April 1531. She only had a few Spanish ladies in her entourage , but the eighteen year old was mature and understanding. King Juan, due to being tired more lately and unable to endure long travels, bid his daughter farewell from the Palace and watched, as she boarded the carriage and departed. King Juan fought back tears, as he knew he would never see any of his daughters again.
On 3 June 1531, Queen Elizabeth of Portugal gave birth to yet another healthy baby boy. Dowager Queen Joanna of Portugal wrote to her brother that her new grandson was a fat healthy baby boy. Queen Elizabeth quickly recovered after the birth of her eighth child and fifth son, who was named João.
In Scotland, on the 30 August 1531, King James IV died at the age of fifty eight. King Arthur of England wrote to his younger sister, offering his condolences and congratulations for his nephew and future son-in-law, King James V. His coronation took place six weeks after his father's funeral on 11 October 1531 in Holyrood Abbey. Dowager Queen Margaret write her brother, saying it would be better if Princess Catherine arrived to Court within the year. Queen Catherine was hesitant, as the Princess was only fourteen years old.
Shortly before Christmas, King Juan fell ill with a stomach ailment and a very high fever. Despite his bad condition, he wanted to keep his illness quiet. However, when he was critical, King Alfonso was notified and rushed to be by his ailing father's side. After two weeks, King Juan recovered in the last days of the year. King Juan knew he was getting older, as he was approaching his fifty-seventh year, but he hoped this illness was just a consequence of age.
The entourage of Lady Eleanora D'Este arrived in Madrid in February 1531. The young lady was beautiful with chestnut brown hair, bright blue eyes and fair skin, having inherited the beauty of her mother, Lucrezia Borgia. King Juan welcomed his daughter-in-law warmly and introduced her to his son.
Infante Carlos, the Duke of Cadiz and Lady Eleanora D'Este were married in the presence of the Spanish Court on 28 February 1531. Since he was not the heir, the wedding of Infante Carlos was more subtle, but still grand. King Juan smiled, as he saw the happiness in his young son, that reminded him of himself at his own marriage forty years prior.
The young couple were put to bed and the marriage was consummated almost instantly. King Juan made sure that his people benefitted from the marriage. He gave free food and wine to the people . He wrote to his sisters that the wedding was a success and he was happy.
Several days later, on 7 March 1531, King Alfonso of Navarre and Queen Isabel welcomed their sixth child, a healthy daughter. King Alfonso had written to his father, King Juan, apologizing for their absence at his brother's wedding. King Juan was happy at the birth of yet another healthy grandchild. King Alfonso announced that the new little Infanta would be named Maria.
After making sure the new Duchess of Cadiz was settled, the entourage that escorted Lady Eleanora D'Este to Spain, that same entourage would be escorting Infanta Isabel to her name home and husband in Ferrara. Everyone was struck by the youngest Infanta and her beauty. They knew the future Duke would be besotted.
Infanta Isabel departed Spain on 5 April 1531. She only had a few Spanish ladies in her entourage , but the eighteen year old was mature and understanding. King Juan, due to being tired more lately and unable to endure long travels, bid his daughter farewell from the Palace and watched, as she boarded the carriage and departed. King Juan fought back tears, as he knew he would never see any of his daughters again.
On 3 June 1531, Queen Elizabeth of Portugal gave birth to yet another healthy baby boy. Dowager Queen Joanna of Portugal wrote to her brother that her new grandson was a fat healthy baby boy. Queen Elizabeth quickly recovered after the birth of her eighth child and fifth son, who was named João.
In Scotland, on the 30 August 1531, King James IV died at the age of fifty eight. King Arthur of England wrote to his younger sister, offering his condolences and congratulations for his nephew and future son-in-law, King James V. His coronation took place six weeks after his father's funeral on 11 October 1531 in Holyrood Abbey. Dowager Queen Margaret write her brother, saying it would be better if Princess Catherine arrived to Court within the year. Queen Catherine was hesitant, as the Princess was only fourteen years old.
Shortly before Christmas, King Juan fell ill with a stomach ailment and a very high fever. Despite his bad condition, he wanted to keep his illness quiet. However, when he was critical, King Alfonso was notified and rushed to be by his ailing father's side. After two weeks, King Juan recovered in the last days of the year. King Juan knew he was getting older, as he was approaching his fifty-seventh year, but he hoped this illness was just a consequence of age.
Chapter 45: Tides Turning
King Juan began the year of 1532 recovering from his serious illness. Despite his weakness, he still handled the affairs of state, despite King Alfonso willing to handle them for his father, while Queen Isabel was the regent on Navarre. The couple did not like being apart, but they knew their duties.
Queen Isabel was a good regent and was well respected and she knew how to govern. She and King Alfonso wrote to each other weekly and he wanted updates on their six children. Dowager Queen Joanna of Portugal also wrote to her daughter, with pride, saying she was truly her grandmother's grandchild .
On 16 February 1532, Empress Anne gave birth to her ninth child and seventh daughter in Innsbruck. The Imperial Court was amazed at the impeccable fertility of their Empress. She had managed to produce nine children before the age of thirty. Dowager Empress Maria, who had settled into a life of privilege, religious devotion and caring for her growing brood of grandchildren, wrote to her siblings that the child was healthy and strong and was named Margaret, after her sister-in-law, Margaret, Duchess of Savoy.
In England, Joanna, Princess of Wales, suffered a miscarriage. Many were whispering if the Princess would be able to produce a child, besides little Princess Mary. King Arthur was not worried about it, as he stated Princess Joanna was only twenty-two years old and had time to have a son. His main focus was making sure the heresy that Luther had said did not find its place in his realms. Queen Catherine was proud of her husband and had said that they will protect the souls of their people.
In France, Queen Catherine, despite being 37 years old and being married for eight years, had announced her first pregnancy. It was a result of a drunken night on King Francis' part. She was due in the new year and she was actually excited to be a mother. She adored her stepchildren, but had given up on having children of her own.
King Juan noticed his health was up and down and he was unable to travel far distances. In July, he his health really took a turn for the worse, as he collapsed during a Council meeting, in the presence if his son, King Alfonso. He suffered for several days, before he recovered enough to sit up in bed. Everyone was seriously concerned about the health of their King.
In Scotland, on 12 September 1532, Princess Catherine of England arrived at the household of her aunt and mother-in-law, Dowager Queen Margaret. The older Queen showed kindness to the fifteen year old future Queen. This young lady was her family and the future of Scotland, just like she had been thirty years ago. The entourage continued to Edinburgh and King James V and Princess Catherine finally met. The twenty year old King was courteous and kind to his future wife.
On 19 September 1532, King James V and Princess Catherine were married at Holyrood Abbey. Right after the wedding, Catherine was officially crowned as Queen of Scotland. The wedding was celebrated very grand. King James consummated the marriage and he was pleased with his new bride, but was not keen to get rid of his mistress as of yet. Queen Catherine was young, but happy. Her mother-in-law was so kind and she got along with Princess Margaret, the King's younger sister. She felt that her life in Scotland would be wonderful.
At the same time, Margaret, Duchess of York, decided to enter into a religious life. King Arthur, wanting to be kind to his sister-in-law, decided to make her an Abbess at Dartford Priory with a substantial income. Prince Henry, Duke of York, was ecstatic that his wife was ending their marriage. He asked his brother if he could marry his mistress. However, King Arthur told him absolutely not and that a political marriage would be arranged for him, once a papal bull had been issued by Pope Clement, officially ending the marriage.
After careful consideration, the Pope officially annulled the marriage of Prince Henry and Margaret of Angouleme, although he stated that Lady Elizabeth of York, their only surviving child, was legitimate, as she had been born of a marriage of good faith and Prince Harry was allowed to remarry, but not to his mistress.
Queen Catherine suggested her niece, Infanta Catarina of Portugal as a match for her brother-in-law. The Portuguese Princess was the fourth daughter and was already twenty-five years old. She was beautiful and wealthy and was the elder sister of the Princess of Wales. Prince Henry agreed to the match fervently.
King Juan was frail and weak, but he would not stop working. He took his duties seriously and although his son was around, he would not stop and took his coronation vow seriously. He managed to see his Court up in Madrid, as the climate was better for his health. The physician could not tell what afflicted him, but they were doing their best to treat him. King Juan was wondering if the Lord was calling him to His side soon or if he would recover.
Queen Isabel was a good regent and was well respected and she knew how to govern. She and King Alfonso wrote to each other weekly and he wanted updates on their six children. Dowager Queen Joanna of Portugal also wrote to her daughter, with pride, saying she was truly her grandmother's grandchild .
On 16 February 1532, Empress Anne gave birth to her ninth child and seventh daughter in Innsbruck. The Imperial Court was amazed at the impeccable fertility of their Empress. She had managed to produce nine children before the age of thirty. Dowager Empress Maria, who had settled into a life of privilege, religious devotion and caring for her growing brood of grandchildren, wrote to her siblings that the child was healthy and strong and was named Margaret, after her sister-in-law, Margaret, Duchess of Savoy.
In England, Joanna, Princess of Wales, suffered a miscarriage. Many were whispering if the Princess would be able to produce a child, besides little Princess Mary. King Arthur was not worried about it, as he stated Princess Joanna was only twenty-two years old and had time to have a son. His main focus was making sure the heresy that Luther had said did not find its place in his realms. Queen Catherine was proud of her husband and had said that they will protect the souls of their people.
In France, Queen Catherine, despite being 37 years old and being married for eight years, had announced her first pregnancy. It was a result of a drunken night on King Francis' part. She was due in the new year and she was actually excited to be a mother. She adored her stepchildren, but had given up on having children of her own.
King Juan noticed his health was up and down and he was unable to travel far distances. In July, he his health really took a turn for the worse, as he collapsed during a Council meeting, in the presence if his son, King Alfonso. He suffered for several days, before he recovered enough to sit up in bed. Everyone was seriously concerned about the health of their King.
In Scotland, on 12 September 1532, Princess Catherine of England arrived at the household of her aunt and mother-in-law, Dowager Queen Margaret. The older Queen showed kindness to the fifteen year old future Queen. This young lady was her family and the future of Scotland, just like she had been thirty years ago. The entourage continued to Edinburgh and King James V and Princess Catherine finally met. The twenty year old King was courteous and kind to his future wife.
On 19 September 1532, King James V and Princess Catherine were married at Holyrood Abbey. Right after the wedding, Catherine was officially crowned as Queen of Scotland. The wedding was celebrated very grand. King James consummated the marriage and he was pleased with his new bride, but was not keen to get rid of his mistress as of yet. Queen Catherine was young, but happy. Her mother-in-law was so kind and she got along with Princess Margaret, the King's younger sister. She felt that her life in Scotland would be wonderful.
At the same time, Margaret, Duchess of York, decided to enter into a religious life. King Arthur, wanting to be kind to his sister-in-law, decided to make her an Abbess at Dartford Priory with a substantial income. Prince Henry, Duke of York, was ecstatic that his wife was ending their marriage. He asked his brother if he could marry his mistress. However, King Arthur told him absolutely not and that a political marriage would be arranged for him, once a papal bull had been issued by Pope Clement, officially ending the marriage.
After careful consideration, the Pope officially annulled the marriage of Prince Henry and Margaret of Angouleme, although he stated that Lady Elizabeth of York, their only surviving child, was legitimate, as she had been born of a marriage of good faith and Prince Harry was allowed to remarry, but not to his mistress.
Queen Catherine suggested her niece, Infanta Catarina of Portugal as a match for her brother-in-law. The Portuguese Princess was the fourth daughter and was already twenty-five years old. She was beautiful and wealthy and was the elder sister of the Princess of Wales. Prince Henry agreed to the match fervently.
King Juan was frail and weak, but he would not stop working. He took his duties seriously and although his son was around, he would not stop and took his coronation vow seriously. He managed to see his Court up in Madrid, as the climate was better for his health. The physician could not tell what afflicted him, but they were doing their best to treat him. King Juan was wondering if the Lord was calling him to His side soon or if he would recover.
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Good chapter, Jaun will be remembered as a good King when he passes away. Keep up the good work.
Chapter 46: The Time Has Come
The mood in the Spanish Court was grim, as King Juan's health declined further. He still was weakened and sick, but refused to withdraw from government affairs. He was content with both of his sons being present with him and helping him when he needed. He made sure to make daily confessions to safeguard his soul.
In England, Infanta Catarina of Portugal arrived on English soil. Her entourage was very grand, despite the fact that she was only marrying the brother of the King of England. She was met by her brother-in-law, Henry, Prince of Wales and she was eventually reunited with her younger sister, Joanna, Princess of Wales at Windsor Castle. The two sisters spoke in their native Portuguese did hours and all knew the two would be fast allies.
Several days later, Prince Henry, Duke of York , officially met his new bride for the first time and the forty-two year was very pleased. He was shocked to know that she also spoke English, something he understood was likely due to his youngest sister, Queen Elizabeth of Portugal. The two got along well and were married on the 25 January 1533 in St. George's Chapel. Infanta Catarina then became Catherine of Aviz, Duchess of York.
King Juan was happy when he received news from France that his daughter, Queen Catherine, had given birth to a healthy daughter on 7 February 1533. She wrote to her father that she was blessed to have a child at her age. She asked him to pray for her daughter, who was named Elisabeth.
King Alfonso asked Queen Isabel to travel to Madrid and to bring their son, Infante Juan, Prince of Viana, who was now twelve years old. They arrived on 23 March 1533. King Juan was happy to see his beautiful daughter-in-law and his grandson.
Despite his illness, King Juan made sure to negotiate in the marriage of his grandson. Queen Isabel was in favor of a match with her niece, Infanta Maria of Portugal, the eldest daughter of her brother, the King of Portugal. King Alfonso thought that a match with Naples, Florence or the Empire would do good as well. King Juan thought that keeping Iberia united was the best way and Infante Juan and Infanta Maria of Portugal were officially betrothed on 6 April 1533.
Shortly after, King Juan collapsed yet again and this time, he knew that he was was not going to get better. He was completely bedridden and this time, everyone knew that he was not going to recover. He held Council meetings from his bed and prepared to enter into the arms of his maker. However, as the weeks went by, King Juan became gravely ill to the point when he could barely speak.
King Juan was finally persuaded to withdraw from government affairs on 3 May 1533. He remained in his bed, battling high fevers And constant thirst, but did not have any appetite. All of Spain was praying for the recovery of their King, however King Juan said to pray for his soul, instead of a body that was failing. He drafted his last will and testament on 28 May 1533. He told his son to be a good King and to continue his work and to be a great King and to unite their realms. King Alfonso assured his father, through tears , that he would honor his name and Spain would be the greatest Empire on Earth.
King Juan III of Castile and Aragon died on 31 May 1533 at the age of 58 and after ruling Castile for 29 years and Aragon for 17 years. After his death, his body was embalmed and washed and dressed in fine clothes. His body was laid on a catafalque in the middle of the Chapel, where many paid respects to the late King. The new King of Spain, King Alfonso, was grief stricken, but managed to hold his composure.
The late King was placed into a coffin, covered in black cloth,with the Trastamara coat of arms on the top of his coffin. According to his wishes, King Juan ordered that his earthly remains be interred in Granada next to his wife, parents and his little daughter. Two days after his death, King Juan's funeral procession departed from Madrid, making the journey to Granada. Infante Carlos, Duke of Cadiz, was riding in the procession, fighting back tears most of the way. The King's final journey was much smoother than that of his parents' journey to Granada. Finally, on 18 June 1533, the funeral procession made it to Granada and King Juan III was laid to rest in the Royal Chapel.
His son and heir, Alfonso XII , was crowned King of Spain in Madrid on 13 July 1533. The new King was thirty years old and already a father of six children. Not long after, Queen Isabel announced her seventh pregnancy. King Alfonso wrote to his three surviving aunts, pledging his support to them, stating that his father made him promise to not let harm come to them.
In England, King Arthur was angered when the King of France repudiated the betrothal of Princess Mary and his son, Francis, Duke of Brittany and instead betrothed his son to Princess Maria of Naples. Queen Catherine tried her best to comfort her husband of thirty-two years and said they could easily find another husband for their daughter. Seventeen year old Princess Mary was not disappointed and instead joined her little sister, four year old Princess Elizabeth at Hatfield House.
On 23 November 1533, Queen Catherine of Scotland gave birth to a stillborn son. She had become pregnant several months after her marriage, but she had gone into labor three months early. The young Queen was visibly upset at the death of her first child. King James V did his best to comfort his wife and assured her that there would be more children.
In England, Infanta Catarina of Portugal arrived on English soil. Her entourage was very grand, despite the fact that she was only marrying the brother of the King of England. She was met by her brother-in-law, Henry, Prince of Wales and she was eventually reunited with her younger sister, Joanna, Princess of Wales at Windsor Castle. The two sisters spoke in their native Portuguese did hours and all knew the two would be fast allies.
Several days later, Prince Henry, Duke of York , officially met his new bride for the first time and the forty-two year was very pleased. He was shocked to know that she also spoke English, something he understood was likely due to his youngest sister, Queen Elizabeth of Portugal. The two got along well and were married on the 25 January 1533 in St. George's Chapel. Infanta Catarina then became Catherine of Aviz, Duchess of York.
King Juan was happy when he received news from France that his daughter, Queen Catherine, had given birth to a healthy daughter on 7 February 1533. She wrote to her father that she was blessed to have a child at her age. She asked him to pray for her daughter, who was named Elisabeth.
King Alfonso asked Queen Isabel to travel to Madrid and to bring their son, Infante Juan, Prince of Viana, who was now twelve years old. They arrived on 23 March 1533. King Juan was happy to see his beautiful daughter-in-law and his grandson.
Despite his illness, King Juan made sure to negotiate in the marriage of his grandson. Queen Isabel was in favor of a match with her niece, Infanta Maria of Portugal, the eldest daughter of her brother, the King of Portugal. King Alfonso thought that a match with Naples, Florence or the Empire would do good as well. King Juan thought that keeping Iberia united was the best way and Infante Juan and Infanta Maria of Portugal were officially betrothed on 6 April 1533.
Shortly after, King Juan collapsed yet again and this time, he knew that he was was not going to get better. He was completely bedridden and this time, everyone knew that he was not going to recover. He held Council meetings from his bed and prepared to enter into the arms of his maker. However, as the weeks went by, King Juan became gravely ill to the point when he could barely speak.
King Juan was finally persuaded to withdraw from government affairs on 3 May 1533. He remained in his bed, battling high fevers And constant thirst, but did not have any appetite. All of Spain was praying for the recovery of their King, however King Juan said to pray for his soul, instead of a body that was failing. He drafted his last will and testament on 28 May 1533. He told his son to be a good King and to continue his work and to be a great King and to unite their realms. King Alfonso assured his father, through tears , that he would honor his name and Spain would be the greatest Empire on Earth.
King Juan III of Castile and Aragon died on 31 May 1533 at the age of 58 and after ruling Castile for 29 years and Aragon for 17 years. After his death, his body was embalmed and washed and dressed in fine clothes. His body was laid on a catafalque in the middle of the Chapel, where many paid respects to the late King. The new King of Spain, King Alfonso, was grief stricken, but managed to hold his composure.
The late King was placed into a coffin, covered in black cloth,with the Trastamara coat of arms on the top of his coffin. According to his wishes, King Juan ordered that his earthly remains be interred in Granada next to his wife, parents and his little daughter. Two days after his death, King Juan's funeral procession departed from Madrid, making the journey to Granada. Infante Carlos, Duke of Cadiz, was riding in the procession, fighting back tears most of the way. The King's final journey was much smoother than that of his parents' journey to Granada. Finally, on 18 June 1533, the funeral procession made it to Granada and King Juan III was laid to rest in the Royal Chapel.
His son and heir, Alfonso XII , was crowned King of Spain in Madrid on 13 July 1533. The new King was thirty years old and already a father of six children. Not long after, Queen Isabel announced her seventh pregnancy. King Alfonso wrote to his three surviving aunts, pledging his support to them, stating that his father made him promise to not let harm come to them.
In England, King Arthur was angered when the King of France repudiated the betrothal of Princess Mary and his son, Francis, Duke of Brittany and instead betrothed his son to Princess Maria of Naples. Queen Catherine tried her best to comfort her husband of thirty-two years and said they could easily find another husband for their daughter. Seventeen year old Princess Mary was not disappointed and instead joined her little sister, four year old Princess Elizabeth at Hatfield House.
On 23 November 1533, Queen Catherine of Scotland gave birth to a stillborn son. She had become pregnant several months after her marriage, but she had gone into labor three months early. The young Queen was visibly upset at the death of her first child. King James V did his best to comfort his wife and assured her that there would be more children.
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@LatinThunder312 RIP Juan III The Prudent. The Father of Spain.
Long live Alfonso XII of castile, Leon, VI of Aragon and II of navarre. or for simplicity sake Alfonso XII of Spain.
And Francis Sure kows how to anger monarchs huh?
Long live Alfonso XII of castile, Leon, VI of Aragon and II of navarre. or for simplicity sake Alfonso XII of Spain.
And Francis Sure kows how to anger monarchs huh?