Entry into Madrid
Philip enters Madrid to begin governing the Spanish monarchy.
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1701 in Spain
Explore 11 historical events and records for Spain in 1701.
Historical records for Spain in 1701
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February
French Alliance
Philip confirms a close military and political alliance with Louis XIV.
June
Alliance with Portugal
Philip concludes an alliance with Pedro II of Portugal.
September
Governor of the Realm
Portocarrero becomes Governor of the Realm during Philip V's early reign.
Marriage by Proxy
Philip marries Maria Luisa Gabriella of Savoy by proxy.
November
Death of Charles II
The last Spanish Habsburg dies without an heir. Death of Charles II, the throne is claimed by Philip V grandson of Louis XIV
Marriage to Philip V
Maria Luisa Gabriella marries Philip V in person at Figueres.
Other events (month unknown)
Declaration of War
Leopold I invades Spains Dutch & Italian lands. Castille recognizes Philip of Anjou as the Spanish successor
Marriage
Marries Luisa of Savoy
Succession
The throne is claimed by Louis XIV for Philip V despite the Partition Treaty of 1698
Treaty of Partition
Philip V's accession under Charles II's will makes the partition treaties unworkable and helps trigger the wider succession crisis.
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