SPANISH HISTORY 101 EP. 18: 10th Century

August 25, 2022 00:14:08
SPANISH HISTORY 101 EP. 18: 10th Century
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SPANISH HISTORY 101 EP. 18: 10th Century

Aug 25 2022 | 00:14:08

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Show Notes

Muslim Spain, Al Andalus, is at the height of its splendor as the Caliphate of Cordoba. Meanwhile, the Christian regions to the north try to stabilize. But infighting on both sides make things difficult. The great military Almanzor emerges as the terror of the Christian kingdoms. These are times of uncertainty for the Reconquista period … Continue reading

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