Enrique II of Castile
King of Castile
1334 — 1379
Quick Facts
Profession
King of Castile
Born
January 21, 1334
Died
1379 (age ~45)
Name Origin
Spanish
Timeline
ruler
Crown of CastileBorn in SevilleDied in Santo Domingo de la Calzada
1334
Born in Seville (1334-01-21)
1369
PositionMonarch of Castile and Leon (1369–1379)
1379
Died in Santo Domingo de la Calzada
About
Henry II, called Henry of Trastámara or the Fratricidal, was the first King of Castile and León from the House of Trastámara. He became king in 1369 by defeating his half-brother Peter the Cruel, after numerous rebellions and battles. As king he was involved in the Fernandine Wars and the Hundred Years' War.
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Who is Enrique II of Castile?+
Henry II, called Henry of Trastámara or the Fratricidal, was the first King of Castile and León from the House of Trastámara. He became king in 1369 by defeating his half-brother Peter the Cruel, after numerous rebellions and battles. As king he was involved in the Fernandine Wars and the Hundred Ye
What does the name Enrique mean?+
The name Enrique means "a male given name, variant of Henrique". It is of Spanish origin.
When was Enrique II of Castile born?+
Enrique II of Castile was born on January 21, 1334.
When did Enrique II of Castile die?+
Enrique II of Castile died in 1379, at approximately 45 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name, variant of Henrique
The name Enrique is of Spanish origin, meaning "a male given name, variant of Henrique". It is traditionally a male name.
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Enrique — January 21, 1334
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aquarius
Independent, innovative, humanitarian
Air · Uranus · Jan 20 – Feb 18
Chinese Zodiac
Dog
Loyal, honest, kind
Wood · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
10 Chuen
Monkey — play, magic, artistry
Celtic Tree
Rowan
Visionary, creative, original thinker
Ogham: Luis · Jan 21 – Feb 17
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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Respect.
— .
Walked through the halls where you lived. The walls still remember.
— a palace visitor
History remembers. So do I.
— an admirer
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