The Establishment of the Spanish Inquisition occurred.

The Spanish Inquisition was founded in 1478, marking a pivotal moment in the country's history. The Inquisition was established by the Catholic Monarchs, Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella I of Castile, with the aim of maintaining religious and social unity in Spain. It was primarily directed against Jews and Muslims who had converted to Christianity but were suspected of secretly practicing their old faiths. The Inquisition imposed strict measures to ensure orthodoxy and punished those deemed heretics through torture, imprisonment, or execution. This period of religious persecution resulted in the expulsion or forced conversion of thousands of people. The Spanish Inquisition had far-reaching consequences for Spain, both politically and socially, as it solidified the power of the monarchy, silenced opposition, and led to widespread fear and suspicion. #Spain #SpanishInquisition