Sancho and Alfonso divided Galicia, causing García II to flee to Seville.

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Sancho the Strong and Alfonso the Brave, two powerful rulers, made a strategic move on 15-Jun-1071. They decided to invade Galicia, which was part of the Kingdom of Castile and León in Spain. Sancho approached from the north, while Alfonso attacked from the south, effectively dividing the kingdom in two. This invasion was a turning point in the history of Spain, as it forced García II, the ruling king, into exile in Seville. The partitioning of the kingdom had significant political and military implications. Sancho and Alfonso seized control of the territories they invaded, establishing their authority in those regions. This act of aggression paved the way for the future consolidation of power and the reorganization of the entire Kingdom of Castile and León. The invasion by Sancho the Strong and Alfonso the Brave marks a crucial moment in Spanish history, ultimately shaping the political landscape and setting the stage for future conflicts and alliances. #Spain #Invasion #SanchotheStrong #AlfonsotheBrave #Galicia #Partitioning #Exile
Location : Spain
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