With the union of the crowns of Castille and Aragon (1479), the use of Spanish gradually became more prestigious. Starting in the 16th century, Catalan literature experienced a decline, the language came under the influence of Spanish, and the urban and literary classes became bilingual.
With the union of the crowns of Castille and Aragon ( 1479 ) , the use of Spanish gradually became more prestigious . Starting in the 16th century , Catalan literature experienced a decline , the language came under the influence of Spanish , and the urban and literary classes became bilingual .
When were Castille and Aragon united?
When were Castille and Aragon united ?
1479
1479