SEASON 4: The Mediterranean Prepares
EPISODE 65: A Tale of Two Empires
Today, two powers rise—one from the burning sands of North Africa, the other from the highlands of Christian Iberia. The Almoravids bring zeal and unity to a fractured al-Andalus, while Fernando of León and Castile shapes a legacy that will echo far beyond his reign. But not all ascents end in glory.
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Music for this episode is called “Borders” by the incredibly talented Danijel Zambo. Check him out at https://uppbeat.io/t/danijel-zambo/borders. [License Code: ZMKNFN3S9R6BYWFC]
Music for this episode is called “Al Andalus” by the incredibly talented (as you’ll hear) Shane Ivers. Check him out at https://www.silvermansound.com.
