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1717 in Spain

Explore 6 historical events and records for Spain in 1717.

Historical records for Spain in 1717

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May

Invasion of Sardinia

Philip V ยท Sardinia ยท House / House of Bourbon

Uses the arrest of the Spanish Grand Inquisitor by the Emperor to invade Sardinia

August

Treaty of Triple Alliance

Philip V ยท Hague ยท House / House of Bourbon

France, Britain & Holland sign the Triple Alliance

September

Invasion of Sardinia

Philip V ยท Sardinia ยท House / House of Bourbon

Spanish troops fight the House of Hanover & regain Dutch possessions

Other events (month unknown)

Cardinal

Alberoni, Giulio ยท Cardinal ยท Religion / Roman Catholic Church

Appointed Cardinal

Political Support

Alberoni, Giulio ยท Chief Minister ยท Government / Government of Spain

Supports Orleans claim to the French throne if he supports Spain in Italy

Succession

Alberoni, Giulio ยท Chief Minister ยท Government / Government of Spain

Supports Orleans claim to the French throne if he supports Spain in Italy

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