Sharyn Eastaugh

Reconquista

History EN ↓ 135 episodes

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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Sharyn Eastaugh

Episodes

Episode 10 - The early 800s: a snapshot 27.11.2020 26:26

We take a look at the Iberian peninsula in the first few decades of the 9th century.

Episode 9 - The Kingdom of Asturias 13.11.2020 24:41

We take a look at the establishment and rise of the rebel Christian Kingdom of Asturias.

Episode 8 - al-Hakam 30.10.2020 23:41

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.

Episode 7 - Hisham 16.10.2020 22:51

Abd al-Rahman died in the year 788. Which one of his sons will rise to power?

Episode 6 - Abd al-Rahman 02.10.2020 23:27

The last surviving member of the Umayyad dynasty makes his way to the Iberian peninsula, a move which will have long-reaching consequences.

Episode 5 - Shifting power: 740-750 18.09.2020 24:02

The Muslim rulers of Al-Andalus face a Berber revolt and the arrival of some troublesome newcomers.

Episode 4 - Securing Muslim rule 04.09.2020 24:45

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.

Episode 3 - The Battle of 711 21.08.2020 26:00

We discuss the battle which brought the Muslim conquerers to the Iberian peninsula.

Episode 2 - The final years of the Visigoths 07.08.2020 26:25

We examine the lead up to the battle of 711 and the last years of Visigothic rule.

Episode 1 - Introduction 24.07.2020 25:50

We take a look at the Iberian peninsular from Roman rule to the establishment of the Visigoths.