Alfonso the Wise's will appointed his grandson as his successor in León.

On 04-Apr, 1284, Spain mourned the death of Alfonso the Wise, a renowned ruler. Alfonso's reign marked a period of cultural and intellectual blossoming in Spain. Despite his death, the succession was not clear cut. While his will appointed his grandson Alfonso de la Cerda as his successor in León, Sancho the Brave assumed the throne. This led to a power struggle and divisions within the kingdom. Alfonso the Wise left a lasting legacy, especially through his contributions to literature and scholarship. His court at Toledo became a center for learning, where key works were translated from Arabic into Latin and Castilian. Known for his patronage of scholars and his own extensive works, Alfonso's impact on Spanish culture cannot be overstated. #SpainHistory #AlfonsoTheWise #SpanishMonarchy