SPANISH HISTORY 101, EP. 16: The Emirate of Cordoba

August 25, 2022 00:15:50
SPANISH HISTORY 101, EP. 16: The Emirate of Cordoba
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SPANISH HISTORY 101, EP. 16: The Emirate of Cordoba

Aug 25 2022 | 00:15:50

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Show Notes

In today’s episode we take a look at the first stage of the Muslim occupation of Spain. After several decades of confusion, Al Andalus becomes the Emirate of Cordoba, and even though division and infighting continue to hinder progress, the territory slowly becomes more organized and Cordoba turns into a major cultural center in Europe. […]

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