Pelagius became the ruler of the Kingdom of Asturias based in Cangas de Onís.

Pelagius, a nobleman from the kingdom of Asturias, was elected as the leader, known as the princeps, of an independent and liberated Spain. With his capital established in Cangas de Onís, Pelagius played a crucial role in defying the Moorish conquest and laying the foundations for the Reconquista, a centuries-long campaign to recapture the Iberian Peninsula from Muslim rule. This pivotal moment allowed the Kingdom of Asturias to resist the expanding Moorish forces and preserve Christian culture and identity in Spain. Pelagius' election marked the beginning of a new era of resistance and hope for the Christian inhabitants of the region, setting the stage for the eventual reconquest of Spain. #Pelagius #KingdomofAsturias #CangasdeOnis #Reconquista #SpanishHistory