EPI.16- Isabella of Castille: The Catholic Monarch

In this episode we delve into the life of one of the most significant monarchs in Spanish history, Isabella of Castille and Leon. Known almost exclusively in association with her husband, Ferdinand II of Aragon, Isabella was in reality a reigning queen in her own right and a force with which to be reckoned. Famous for her commissioning of Christopher Colombus and the Spanish Inquisition, Isabella played a pivotal role in the expansion of Western civilization. But, there is more to her story than is commonly told, join us as we discuss the life and times of Queen Isabella.