Río Salado (1340): Castilian Knights vs. 35,000 Marinid Troops - The End of an Empire's Invasion

Río Salado (1340) was one of the most decisive battles of the Middle Ages, marking a turning point in the history of medieval Europe and the Reconquista. In this historical documentary from Saga of Battles, discover how the Castilian knights and their allies confronted a powerful Marinid invasion force in one of the greatest medieval battles ever fought on the Iberian Peninsula.

Explore the strategy, tactics, leadership, and battlefield decisions that shaped the Battle of Río Salado. Learn how King Alfonso XI of Castile and King Afonso IV of Portugal united their armies against the Marinid Sultan Abu al-Hasan, leading to a victory that transformed the balance of power in medieval Europe and ended the Marinid Empire's major invasion campaign across the Strait of Gibraltar.

If you enjoy medieval history, ancient history, military history, epic battles, legendary commanders, historical documentaries, forgotten wars, castle sieges, knight warfare, battlefield tactics, and the rise and fall of empires, this documentary is for you. Every episode on Saga of Battles brings true historical stories, legendary battles, great military strategies, famous commanders, and the civilizations that shaped our world.


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