Death of a King, birth of a dynasty and a Spanish expression

February 21, 2023 00:11:50
Death of a King, birth of a dynasty and a Spanish expression
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Death of a King, birth of a dynasty and a Spanish expression

Feb 21 2023 | 00:11:50

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Show Notes

In 1369, King Pedro I came face-to-face with his archrival, his stepbrother Enrique, and the two gambled the future of Spain on the outcome of a duel fought with daggers. The image you see apparently depicts the moment of truth. The winner would go on to found one of Spain’s most famous royal dynasties and … Continue reading

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