People wanting to profit from Tangier
Tangier was the key to the Mediterranean; Moroccan chieftains wished to be the one seen to expel the infidel from Muslim lands, individuals saw the opportunity to make their fortunes in trade, but the Queen Regent of Portugal had an entirely different motive. These are brief narrative histories of characters involved in English Tangier.
Palmes had proven his bravery and leadership as a soldier of fortune fighting the Turks in Candia. Could he make his mark in Tangier? more
Would Charles Stuart in exile ever become Charles II of England? more
Could Edward Montagu, recently elevated to the peerage in recognition of his role in restoring Charles to the throne, take control of Tangier before the Spanish or Dutch landed? more
Coming Soon - Advisers regaled the newly restored King of England with reasons for gaining control of Tangier. This page will look at Charles experiences in exile and the lead up t... more
Coming Soon - The King of France was keen to extend his countries influence as widely as possible. This page will examine Louis XIV's strategy on Tangier. more
The Queen Regent of Portugal. How did she turn a liability into an asset? more
Coming Soon - This page will look at why Philip considered tangier to be Spanish. more
Coming Soon - As leaders of the Islamic world the Ottomans saw the whole of Muslim North Africa. This page will examine Mehmed IV ambitions in Morocco. more