The government of the empire (Edexcel GCSE History): Flashcards
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When was Casa de Contratación established?
When was Casa de Contratación established?
1503
Who founded Casa de Contratación?
Who founded Casa de Contratación?
Queen Isabella
What does Casa de Contratación mean in English?
What does Casa de Contratación mean in English?
House of Trade
What was the 'royal fifth' tax rate?
What was the 'royal fifth' tax rate?
20% on precious metals
What was the Padrón Real?
What was the Padrón Real?
Secret map of trade routes and discoveries
When was Padrón Real first created?
When was Padrón Real first created?
1505
Where was Casa's navigation school located?
Where was Casa's navigation school located?
Seville
When was Council of the Indies established?
When was Council of the Indies established?
1524
What was the composition of Council of the Indies?
What was the composition of Council of the Indies?
A president and eight councillors
What was the role of Council of the Indies?
What was the role of Council of the Indies?
Supreme governing body for colonial affairs
What were viceroys?
What were viceroys?
King's representatives in the Americas
How long did communication take between Spain and colonies?
How long did communication take between Spain and colonies?
Months