Reconquista

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**Reconquista**

The history of the rise of Al-Andalus and the gradual re-conquering of Spain by the Spanish Christian kingdoms is an epic tale beginning in the year 712 and concluding with the fall of the Kingdom of Grenada in 1492. Join the History of the Crusades Podcast as we cover this lengthy piece of narrative history.

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Episode 111 - Alfonso of the wrongs Jun 06, 2025

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King Alfonso X introduces a number of unpopular policies inside his realm, causing a rebellion to break out.

Episode 110 - Crusading capers May 23, 2025

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As peace settles over the Iberian peninsula, some of the Christian kings decide to journey to the Holy Land on crusade.

Episode 109 - The Muslim uprising of 1264 May 09, 2025

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The Kingdom of Grenada launches a large scale uprising against Castilian rule in 1264.

Episode 108 - King Alfonso X of Leon and Castile Part 2 Apr 25, 2025

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An increasingly frustrated King Alfonso attempts to extend Castilian territory into Navarre, Gascony and northern Africa.

Episode 107 - King Alfonso X of Leon and Castile Apr 11, 2025

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We welcome a new ruler to the kingdoms of Leon and Castile - King Alfonso X. This very ambitious monarch commences his reign by attempting to become the next Holy Roman Emperor.

Episode 106 - The Kingdom of Grenada Mar 28, 2025

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Following the fall of Seville, many of its Muslim residents relocated to the Kingdom of Grenada. We take a closer look at this Muslim territory.

Episode 105 - The fall of Jaen and Seville Mar 14, 2025

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Two milestone events in the Reconquista occur under the leadership of King Fernando III - the defeat of the cities of Jaen and Seville.

Episode 104 - The downfall of King Sancho II of Portugal Feb 28, 2025

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During the busy years of the 1240's King Sancho II of Portugal loses his battle with the church, while ibn al-Ahmar attempts to annex the city of Seville.

Episode 103 - Christian expansion Dec 20, 2024

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During the 1240s, the Kingdom of Aragon and the Kingdoms of Leon and Castile go on the offensive against al-Andalus, in a campaign known as 'the great game'.

Episode 102 - The Conquest of Valencia Part 2 Dec 06, 2024

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In a major milestone for the Reconquista, King James I of Aragon conquers the city of Valencia in 1238.

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