When and where did the Spaniards originate?

Answer 1

The Spaniards originate from the Iberian Peninsula, where modern-day Spain and Portugal are located. The formation of a distinct Spanish identity began in the late Middle Ages, particularly after the unification of the Kingdoms of Castile and Aragon in 1469 and the completion of the Reconquista in 1492. This period marked the rise of Spain as a unified nation-state, leading to its subsequent global exploration and colonization.