However, in contrast to Spain's startling growth of political power and prestige during the 16th century, the 17th century is commonly known in history for Spain's deterioration and weakening due to intolerable sacrifices. ... However, if decisions to go to war against England could be revised, would Spain then not have suffered political impotence by the end of the 17th century? ... These wars were also campaigns of hasty political struggles. ... This event did not bode well with the Catholic king of Spain whom "despised the idea of another foreign monarch aiding a rebellion in...

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At the beginning of the sixteenth century, the Roman Catholic Church controlled the majority of religious, political and social power in Europe. ... In addition, while the Reformation taking place in Europe was brought about by religious differences and ideals, its basis in England was one of personal and political change. England experienced the greatest wavering between the two religions as the monarchs of England passed from one religion to the next. ... While both the king's and Cromwell's opinions are angled towards Protestantism, since the king doesn't have much power due ...

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