Joanna of Castile

Joanna of Castile, also known as Joanna the Mad, was born to Isabella I and Ferdinand II in Madrigal de las Altas Torres, Spain.

Joanna married Philip the Handsome, Duke of Burgundy, in Lier, Belgium, solidifying an alliance between the Spanish and Burgundian-Habsburg dynasties.

Joanna gave birth to her first child, Eleanor, in Nancy, France, marking the beginning of her role as a mother and a future queen.

Joanna gave birth to her son, Charles V, who would later become Holy Roman Emperor and King of Spain, in Ghent, Belgium.

Joanna's mother, Isabella I of Castile, died, leaving Joanna as the heir to the throne of Castile and León.

Following the death of her mother, Joanna became Queen of Castile and León, though her father, Ferdinand, continued to rule as regent.

Joanna's husband, Philip the Handsome, died, and she was declared the sole ruler of Castile and León, though her mental health issues began to surface.

Due to her mental health issues, Joanna was confined to the Royal Convent of Santa Clara in Tordesillas, effectively ending her active rule.

Joanna's father, Ferdinand II, died, and her son Charles V became King of Castile and León, ruling in her name while she remained confined.

Joanna's son Charles V was crowned Holy Roman Emperor, solidifying his power and influence across Europe, while Joanna remained in confinement.

Joanna's grandson, Philip II, was born, further securing the Habsburg line's dominance in Spain and Europe.

Joanna's confinement in Tordesillas continued, with limited contact with the outside world and her family, including her son Charles V.

Joanna's son Charles V abdicated his titles, passing the Spanish throne to her grandson, Philip II, while Joanna remained in confinement.

Joanna of Castile, known as Joanna the Mad, died in Tordesillas, where she had been confined for nearly 48 years, ending a life marked by both power and tragedy.