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Discover the controversial legacy of Duke of Lerma, a figure known for his pacifist foreign policy tainted with corruption and nepotism. Learn about the expulsion of the Moriscos and the power struggle with Margaret of Austria that led to his downfall.
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Philip III1578 – (1598) - 1621 Portrait of Philip III painted by Juan Pantoja de la Cruz
The main achievement of the Duke of Lerma was its pacifist policy in foreign affairs. He was also because known by the high levels of corruption and nepotism that were achieved during his government. Thanks to his influence he became the richest person in the Spanish Monarchy. During his government 300.000 Moriscos were expelled. Due to this economic and demographic crisis that already existed got worse. Portrait of the Duke of Lerma, painted by the incredible painter Rubens
Margaret of Austria, painted by Bartolomé González y Serrano. She opposed to the excesive influence of the Duke of Lerma and finally managed to show his corruption. She was able to push him aside and remove him from politics.