He understood exploration and discovery was creating a new world order, and that the old way of doing things would not work in this big new world. He understood the future implications of law and global relations, and helped create the theories that would lead to national law and international understanding. History books and many historians do not always recognize him, but the Catholic Church recognizes him as an influential and vital advocate of theology, education, and global change. In conclusion, Francisco de Vitoria is legendary for his creation of international law, his development of the University of Salamanca, and his treatment of many other theological issues. In 1926, The Dutch Association of Grotius honored the University of Salamanca with a gold medal to...

There is also a Spanish Asociacion Francisco de Vitoria that studies Vitoria and his ideas at the University of Salamanca and in many other ways (Editors). Vitoria was one of the greatest theological thinkers and educators, and his international law foundation still grounds the field today, giving the Catholic Church a logical place in the history and development of past and future international law and natural law. He influenced the Church by his teachings, his ideas, and his ability to see the future and the need for global change, and his influence on the Church lives on today in many areas.