1571

Geopolitical Situation

The year 1571 was marked by significant events in various parts of the world. The Ottoman Empire, under Selim II (r. 1566-1574), continued to expand its territories.

Events

### Conquests and Battles

* October 7: The Ottoman Empire conquered the island of Cyprus.
* July 28: The Battle of Lepanto took place in Greece, where a naval confrontation between the Allied Christian forces (led by Don Juan of Austria) and the Ottoman Empire resulted in a decisive victory for the Christians.

### European Politics

* May 20: Pope Pius V, Spain, and the Republic of Venice formed the Holy League against the Ottoman Empire.
* July 28: An Inquisition Court was established in Mexico City, chaired by Pedro Moya de Contreras, with the Catholic Church exercising absolute power through various orders.

### Exploration and Colonization

* June 24: Manila became the capital of the Spanish colony of the Philippines.
* May: Indian revolt in Peru, where Inca Titu Kusi Yupanqui (r. 1560-1571) may have died poisoned between March and June, leading to the beginning of the reign of Túpac Amaru, the last Inca ruler.

### Other Events

* May 24: A fire broke out in Moscow.
* October 7: The Battle of Inebahtı took place, with the Ottoman Empire emerging victorious.
* November (no specific date mentioned): Paulo Dias de Novais obtained a charter of donation from King Sébastien of Portugal for Angola.

Births and Deaths

* January: I. Safevi, a witness from Abbas or Great Abbas Sa, was born.

References

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