Both Castile and Granada laid siege to Jerez de la Frontera.

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During the Siege of Jerez, Castile and Granada joined forces to lay siege to the strategically important city of Jerez de la Frontera in Spain. The city, located on the border between the Christian kingdoms and the Moorish-controlled regions, was highly coveted by both sides. The siege lasted for a significant period of time, demonstrating the determination and strategic value attached to the city. The conflict between Castile and Granada was part of the ongoing struggle for control over the Iberian Peninsula between the Christian kingdoms and the Islamic Moors. Jerez de la Frontera, with its strategic location and fortified walls, was a highly contested prize. The siege highlighted the complex and evolving dynamics of power in medieval Spain, as well as the importance of fortifications in warfare during this period. #SiegeofJerez #Spain #Castile #Granada #medievalhistory
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