Up to the present day in the Spanish kingdom of Infanta (Infanta) - a title that gives the son (daughter) of the reigning monarch, who, however, have no right to inherit his father's throne.It also happened that some of the princes of the blood both in Spain and in Portugal, inherited the title from his parents.In addition, the aristocratic families of these children were also called Infante, but in this case without reference to the royal family.The fact is that in Spanish, and in many Romance languages "Infant" - it is a baby, a child, baby.
modern meaning of "Infant"
In today's world, the term is often referred to the recently born child, incapable of independent existence, which is completely dependent on the matter.Probably, many people interested in the question: Baby - Infant up to what age?And this question is not so idle.Many parents are interested in it is due to the fact that Infante in some public places (such as transport) provided significant discounts.For example, in England, a child Infante - a baby up to 7 years, and in other countries in this category are only babies under 2 years.For example, if the child is only 23 months, to stay in his airplane ticket is not necessary, however, 25-month-old baby relies ticket, the cost of which is equal to the price of an adult.
Don Carlos - Infant Spanish
But let's go back to the historical times and remember the most famous of the Spanish Infanta - Don Carlos.He was born in 1545, his parents were the Spanish King Philip and his first wife Maria of Portugal.When he was only four days old, his mother died.The boy grew up alone, rarely met with his father, who was constantly on the move.Carlos worked his paternal aunt - Dona Juana.She also managed the state in the absence of his brother crowned.
Childhood Carlos
boy grew sickly and frail, was moody, irritable and vain, he loved when he was flattered, cringed before him.Carlos did not have any pronounced abilities and did not like to study.However, his teacher was famous all over the country scientist Don Juan Honorato.Don Carlos, nevertheless, possessed good qualities: he was generous, kind-hearted and courageous.When he was 13 years old, his father decided to marry his son to the daughter of the French king Henry II, Elizabeth of Valois.Soon, however, she became the bride is not the son and father.The young queen conceived a liking to her stepson, who, in turn, answered her affection and loaded with presents her with gifts.It did not escape the king, and his jealousy became a torment.
difficult relationship between father and son, Philip
Carlos decided to remove from the court and sent him to study at the University Alkalsky.Before that, he demanded from the Cortes to swear allegiance to the heir to the throne Carlos.After graduation, Carlos returned to the capital and began to lead a dissolute life.He had many enemies.He sometimes led them myself very passionate and sometimes could surprise everyone with his generosity.Don Carlos despised the Duke of Alba, who stood at the helm, as well as the Grand Inquisitor Eskinoza.When in 1566 Carlos wanted to participate in the affairs of government, his father, Philip, did not allow this.This attitude of the young king's wounded pride Infante.
The next time his father opposed his alliance with the sister of Queen Elizabeth, and then marriage to the daughter of Emperor Maximilian - Anna.Carlos felt more acutely ill father, and he was smitten him with hatred.This preferred use was at that time in the Spanish capital, Ambassador of Flanders, Montigny.He planned to bring Infante to take part in the rebellion, and he succeeded.Carlos demanded his father as ruler of the Netherlands, but the choice fell on Philip the Duke of Alba.Infante took it as a personal insult, and furious with a dagger rushed to Duke, but he managed to dodge the blow and disarmed the prince.After this incident, Carlos came under close supervision of the royal spies.Soon, on the orders of Philippe Montigny he was arrested and executed.
Death Carlos
Carlos decided to leave Spain.However, it was soon recognized his father and ordered the arrest of Infante.Further actions of the king caused the entire court and the rulers of neighboring states in bewilderment.Philip ordered his son to make against the indictments, and some time later, a rumor spread that Carlos died.However, no one could say for sure whether his death was natural or violent.The story of Don Carlos, the Spanish Infanta, was so dramatic that many poets and prose writers (Schiller, Chenier, Otway and others.) Used it as a subject for their works.
Conclusion Today, the term "Infant" - is, like in the old days, the Spanish title, which is given to princes of the blood.Modern cousin Infanta of Spain are the reigning King Juan Carlos, Carlos de Borbón, Prince Felipe and - son of King Juan Carlos.However, he also - the Prince of Asturias, so is the direct heir to the throne.
