Who were some of the most important and influential absolute monarchs, and what were their accomplishments?

Philip II

The son of Charles V was born and educated in Spain. He ruled Spain until his death.

*Built a huge empire

*Defended Catholicism

*Fought against the Ottoman Empire

*Sent the Spanish Armada to punish Protestant England

Louis XIV

king of France from 1643 to 1715; his long reign was marked by the expansion of French influence in Europe and by the magnificence of his court and the Palace of Versailles (1638-1715); Was 4 year old boy when his reign started; Boaste "I am the state; Was called "The Sun King".