International Workshop Habsburg Spheres: Between Spain, Central Europe, and Colonial Latin America 1500–1700 (Charles University, 4 July 2022, Prague)

Key Points

• The workshop aims to explore the cultural, political, and social connections between the Habsburg Empire and its colonies from 1500 to 1700.
• Discussion sessions on historical narratives
• Presentations by experts in Habsburg studies
• Analysis of primary historical documents
• Interdisciplinary approaches involving history and cultural studies
• Identified key themes of migration and cultural exchange across the Habsburg Empire
• Highlighted the influence of Spanish colonialism on Central Europe and Latin America
• Demonstrated the lasting impact of Habsburg policies on modern cultural identities