18 February 1701Entry into MadridPhilip V
Philip enters Madrid to begin governing the Spanish monarchy.
Historical records for Spain in 1701, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
Philip enters Madrid to begin governing the Spanish monarchy.
Philip confirms a close military and political alliance with Louis XIV.
Philip concludes an alliance with Pedro II of Portugal.
Portocarrero becomes Governor of the Realm during Philip V's early reign.
Philip marries Maria Luisa Gabriella of Savoy by proxy.
The last Spanish Habsburg dies without an heir. Death of Charles II, the throne is claimed by Philip V grandson of Louis XIV
Maria Luisa Gabriella marries Philip V in person at Figueres.
Leopold I invades Spains Dutch & Italian lands. Castille recognizes Philip of Anjou as the Spanish successor
Marries Luisa of Savoy
The throne is claimed by Louis XIV for Philip V despite the Partition Treaty of 1698
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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