Henry IV and the Castilian Succession

Timeline

1. 1450Valladolid · CastileKing John II of Castile died in Valladolid, ending a reign of nearly half a century; the Castilian throne fell vacant and the court entered the succession process.
2. 1450Toledo · CastileJohn II's eldest son Henry IV legally inherited the throne, becoming King of Castile and León; his weak rule and succession disputes soon provoked noble rebellions and political crisis.