absolutism unit 5
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Absolutism unit 5•absolutism = freedom of not being limited in power by not having to consult with representative bodies•Absolute monarch= a ruler whose power is not limited• an absolute monarch believes in divine right= monarchs receive power and the right to rule from God• 1500-1700 absolute monarchs wanted to have their will forcibly attempted all over Europe and beyond
In the 17th century, times where chaoticArguments between countries for
territory and religious beliefs led to war almost continuously
Monarchs anted to restore order to the country by increasing their power and used force to those who were against them
They created new government bureaucracies to keep their economies under control
The goal was to be free of the limitations that were placed by representative bodies like parliament
The cause of absolution
In 1516 Charles V became king of Spain he ruled the Hapsburg empire which included the holy Roman empire
during his time of rule Charles had gained much land in America for his country
He was a successful king in Spain but was more prosperous in America than he was in Europe
gold and silver was continuously coming to Spain making it the richest country in Europe
He divided his land between his son and brother
Phillip II of Spain and Ferdinand of Austria and holy roman empire
Charles V
Phillip II reigned for 42 years He expanded Spanish influence and
also strengthened the catholic churchHe built the court of blood for those
that defied his lawsHe tortured and executed many rebels
( killed 1500 a day)He was married to bloody Mary Soon after fighting for 11 years the
Dutch finally gained their independence
Phillip II of Spain
He was put to power at age 9He appointed Cardinal Richliev
as his chief ministerHis chief minister made 2 step
to making the kingdom stronger1. he moved against the
Huguenots2.weakend the nobles power
Louis XIII
He was put to the throne at age 5Built the palace of VersaillesHe believed in divine right and
called himself the sun kingHe established “new France” a
fur trading colony in Canada and tried to expand Frances boundaries but all failed
Louis's reign was mostly sad because he left France debt from the construction of the palace of Versailles and abused his power
Louis the XIV
Palace of Versailles built 1664-1710
Enlightenment= the development of idea from the scientific revolution that allowed the ability of man to use his own reason and understanding
The idea of not having to be under another's rule
Understanding human nature an
Enlightenment thinkers
Was born October 5th 1713Died on July 31st 1784Wrote the 28 volume encyclopedia
Diderot
Born November 21st 1694Died in May 30th 1778He was a French enlightenment writer,
historian, and philosopherHe wrote cutting sarcasm and sharp wit
Voltaire
Born January 18th 1989Died in February 1755His first book was Persian letters ridiculed
Montesquieu
Born June 5th 1723Died on July 19th 1790Known as the father of economics He was a greatly admired physician His worked help richen the nations belief in
supply and demand
Adam Smith
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