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Siege of Toledo

1084 - 1085 • Kastilien Belagerung

Historical Overview

Alfonso VI captured the old Visigothic capital, a turning point of the Reconquista.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Castilian victory; fall of the Taifa of Toledo.

Kingdom of Castile

  • Commander: Alfons VI.
  • Strength: ca. 10.000
  • Casualties: Moderat

Taifa of Toledo

  • Commander: Yahya al-Qadir
  • Strength: Unbekannt
  • Casualties: Hoch

Strategic Context

Recapture of the cultural and political center of central Spain.

Conflict / War

Reconquista

Christian victory; foundation of the Kingdom of Asturias.

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