Charles V (24 February 1500 – ), Holy Roman Emperor (1519 – ) and King of Spain (1516 – ). Charles is the nephew of Catherine of Aragon. He has the most extensive dominion of any ruler in Europe at this time, including Spain and the Low Countries.
Week 1: Across the Narrow Sea / Paternity
In 1527, Wolsey has all plans and all futures in his head. This includes an alliance with Emperor Charles and Spain. But it also may involve a marriage alliance with France, the other great power in Europe. England’s prospects are so often determined by the current relationship between France and the Empire.
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