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Sancho II of Castile

Type Figure Region Castile Time c. 1036–1072 Also known as Sancho II (the Strong)

King of Castile (1065–1072), second son of Ferdinand I; after inheriting Castile in 1065 he fought succession wars against his brothers Alfonso VI an…

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  1. 1065–1066Burgos · CastileInherited the Kingdom of Castile under his father's will, based his power in Burgos, quickly reorganized the army and won over nobles, preparing to contest his brothers for greater territories.
  2. 1067–1070Castile · CastileContested León, Galicia, and frontier fortresses with Alfonso VI and García, repeatedly gaining the upper hand on the battlefield, and relied on commanders such as Rodrigo Díaz to expand his power.

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