Born in 1171
Alfonso IX
King of León and Galicia
Born
August 15th, 1171 853 years ago
Died
1230 795 years ago — 59 years old
Reigned as king from 1188 until 1230. Established the Kingdom of León as a significant power during the medieval period. Played a vital role in the Reconquista, focusing on the Christian reconquest of Iberian territories from Muslim rule. Promoted cultural and legal advancements, including the creation of the first parliament in the Iberian Peninsula, known as the Cortes de León. His reign witnessed the expansion of territory and increased influence over Galicia.
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