Historical Events tagged with "philip iii"

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Politics & Government

Expulsion of the Moriscos from Valencia

April 4th, 1609 415 years ago

The Moriscos, a group of Muslim converts to Christianity in Spain, were expelled from the Kingdom of Valencia, marking a significant moment in the Spanish Inquisition's efforts to homogenize the population. The Alaclazado de la Vida Digna policy was enacted to enforce Catholic uniformity, leading to the expulsion of approximately 300,000 Moriscos between 1609 and 1614. This operation took place as part of a broader movement to eradicate perceived threats to Catholicism in Spain.

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Politics & Government

Philip III Becomes King of France

August 25th, 1270 754 years ago

Upon the death of his father, Louis IX, Philip III ascends to the French throne while battling dysentery during the Eighth Crusade. Meanwhile, his uncle, Charles I of Naples, is compelled to negotiate peace with Muhammad I al-Mustansir, the Hafsid Sultan of Tunis. This shift in leadership occurs amid dire circumstances as the Crusade struggles against growing challenges.

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