Alfonso the Battler founded the Confraternity of Belchite to fight against Muslims in war.

In 1122, Alfonso the Battler, the king of Aragon and Navarre, made a significant move in Spain's history by establishing the Confraternity of Belchite. This military order was dedicated to waging war against the Muslims who had conquered parts of the Iberian Peninsula. Belchite, a strategic town located in northeastern Spain, served as the headquarters for this order. Alfonso the Battler's creation of the Confraternity of Belchite demonstrated his commitment to driving the Muslims out of Spain and reclaiming territories that had been lost. The order not only had a military role but also had religious undertones, with its members taking monastic vows and dedicating themselves to fighting the infidels. The establishment of this military order marked an important step in the Reconquista, a centuries-long campaign to retake Spain from Muslim control. #Spain #AlfonsoTheBattler #ConfraternityofBelchite #militaryorder #Muslims #Belchite