Sancho the Great made Ferdinand I the count of Castile. Ferdinand was also García of the Good Laws' grandson.

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Sancho the Great, ruling over the kingdom of Navarre, made an influential decision in Spain's history by appointing Ferdinand I the Great, his son and the grandson of García of the Good Laws, as the count of Castile. This move laid the foundation for the powerful Kingdom of Castile, which would go on to play a significant role in shaping the future of Spain. With this appointment, Ferdinand I took over the title of count of Castile, establishing his authority over the region. This consolidation of power was a crucial step in the kingdom's expansion and eventual unification of various territories in Spain. The combination of Navarre and Castile paved the way for the emergence of the powerful Spanish monarchy in the following centuries. This moment marked a turning point in Spanish history, shaping the political landscape and setting in motion a series of events that would shape the destiny of the nation. #Spain #SanchotheGreat #FerdinandI #Castile
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