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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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Friday Nov 13, 2020
Friday Nov 13, 2020
We take a look at the establishment and rise of the rebel Christian Kingdom of Asturias.
Friday Oct 30, 2020
Friday Oct 30, 2020
We take a look at the lengthy reign of al-Hakam then travel to the northern coastline of the Iberian peninsula where some independent Christian states are beginning to emerge.
Friday Oct 16, 2020
Friday Oct 16, 2020
Abd al-Rahman died in the year 788. Which one of his sons will rise to power?
Friday Oct 02, 2020
Friday Oct 02, 2020
The last surviving member of the Umayyad dynasty makes his way to the Iberian peninsula, a move which will have long-reaching consequences.
Friday Sep 18, 2020
Friday Sep 18, 2020
The Muslim rulers of Al-Andalus face a Berber revolt and the arrival of some troublesome newcomers.
Friday Sep 04, 2020
Friday Sep 04, 2020
Within a few years following the Battle of 711, the Muslim invaders had consolidated their rule over the Iberian peninsula. How did they manage to do this? Listen in to find out.
Friday Aug 21, 2020
Friday Aug 21, 2020
We discuss the battle which brought the Muslim conquerers to the Iberian peninsula.
Friday Aug 07, 2020
Friday Aug 07, 2020
We examine the lead up to the battle of 711 and the last years of Visigothic rule.
Friday Jul 24, 2020
Friday Jul 24, 2020
We take a look at the Iberian peninsular from Roman rule to the establishment of the Visigoths.