Combined Marinid-Granadan fleet destroys Castilian navy in Strait of Gibraltar.

In the Battle of Algeciras, a decisive naval battle between the Marinid-Granadan fleet and the Castilians took place in the Strait of Gibraltar. This clash occurred during the year 1278 in Spain. The Marinids, led by Sultan Abu Yusuf, and the Nasrid Kingdom of Granada, commanded by Muhammed II, joined forces in a bold move to annihilate their common enemy, the Castilian navy. The battle was an overwhelming success for the Marinid-Granadan alliance, as they managed to completely destroy the Castilian fleet. This victory had significant implications for the balance of power in the region, as it severely weakened Castile's naval capabilities and allowed the Marinid-Granadan alliance to assert dominance in the Strait of Gibraltar. The outcome of this battle played a crucial role in shaping the political landscape of medieval Spain, cementing the influence of the Marinids and Granada in the region. #BattleofAlgeciras #MarinidGranadanAlliance #NavalBattle #Spain