The Last Muslim King Of Spain, Part 3: Thy Kingdom Come
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'He bore the impending demise of his religion, culture and way of life' Boabdil had earned his bloody throne. But there was little time to celebrate. As the armies of Christendom camped outside the last Islamic stronghold in Spain, its citizens knew the end of their world would come soon. But how would it happen? Would Boabdil resist until the bitter end? Or would he negotiate with The Christian King who had stolen everything from him? The final chapter of the 800 year Reconquista was close at hand... Part 3 of 3. Help support the show on Patreon! Sources and Attributions on our website. Check Out Campfire Tales Podcast
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