Ferdinand the Great's kingdom was divided among his three children, with Castile going to Sancho II, Galicia to García II, and the rest to Alfonso VI.
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Ferdinand the Great, one of Spain's most influential rulers, passed away. This event marked a significant turning point in Spanish history as his kingdom was divided among his three children. The eldest son, Sancho II the Strong, inherited the region of Castile, thus becoming the new ruler. Meanwhile, the kingdom of León faced a division, with García II of Galicia receiving the region of Galicia and Alfonso VI the Brave inheriting the rest of León. This division of power sparked subsequent conflicts and struggles for dominance between the siblings and set the stage for future political and military disputes within the region. The death of Ferdinand the Great reshaped the political landscape of Spain, leading to a new era of rulership and paving the way for the rise of influential figures like Alfonso VI the Brave. #Spain #KingdomDivision #MedievalHistory
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