Sulayman, aided by García, defeats Muhammad and frees Hisham, who then flees to Toledo.
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In 1009, Sulayman ibn al-Hakam led a pivotal moment in Spain's history when he, along with an army of disaffected Berbers and the support of García of the Good Laws, successfully defeated Muhammad. As a result of this triumph, Muhammad was forced to flee to Toledo, Spain, while Hisham was freed. This moment marked a significant turning point in the political landscape of Spain at the time. It showcased the growing influence and power of the Berbers, who had often been marginalized. It also demonstrated the ability of local leaders like Sulayman ibn al-Hakam and García of the Good Laws to challenge and remove the ruling elite, thus reshaping the power dynamics within the Iberian Peninsula. This event exemplifies the complex and ever-shifting nature of politics in medieval Spain. #Spain #SulaymanIbnAlHakam #Berbers #GarciaOfTheGoodLaws #Muhammad #Hisham #Toledo
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