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Reconquista

Author: Sharyn Eastaugh

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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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Carlos the Bad of Navarre finds himself in trouble on two fronts, with his possessions in Normandy under attack from the French and with the Kingdom of Navarre invaded by Castile. 
The King of Navarre, Carlos the Bad, decides to insert himself into the Hundred Years War with disastrous consequences.
After John of Gaunt withdraws back to England, King Enrique goes on the offensive, joining with France to attack England's southern coast.
John of Gaunt's attempt to claim the crown of Castile hits a number of hurdles. 
An ambitious Englishman named John of Gaunt proclaims himself to be the new king of Castile, bringing chaos to the region.
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