Disabilities in Early Modern Empires
11th Grade · Social Studies · 59 min
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Learning Objective
I can analyze the diverse experiences of people with disabilities within early modern empires from 1450 to 1750.
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King Charles II of Spain's autopsy revealed he had a very small heart, corroded lungs, and intestines that were putrefactive and gangrenous.
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Scientists at the University of Santiago de Campostella in Spain revealed that many of Charles II's medical issues were caused by inbreeding due to the Habsburg's tendency to marry within the family.
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Emerging data reveals Charles II likely had Kleinfelter syndrome, a rare chromosomal condition in males that affects testicle development and can cause infertility.
