Alfonso VI

King of León and Castile

Alfonso VI - King of León and Castile
Born

1040
985 years ago

Died

July 1st, 1109
915 years ago — 69 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Spain

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Reigned as the king of León from 1065 and king of Castile from 1072 until death in 1109. Expanded territory significantly through military campaigns against Muslim kingdoms. Conquered Toledo in 1085, marking a pivotal moment in the Reconquista. Fostered cultural and economic development in the region, establishing León as a prominent kingdom in medieval Spain.

Conquered Toledo in 1085

Expanded León and Castile territories

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