<p>In this episode, we explore how the collapse of Almoravid power plunged the western lands of Al-Andalus into chaos. Rival Muslim leaders like Ibn Qasi and Ibn Wasir fought for control, while Afonso Henriques seized the opportunity to expand his realm. But this wasn’t just a clash of swords, it was a game of diplomacy and deception. We’ll uncover how Portugal’s first king forged truces, traded tributes, and even made secret pacts with his supposed enemies to secure his southern frontier.</p><br><p>Join me on Patreon! patreon.com/historyofportugal</p><p><strong>Check out the fee tier and join the conversation!</strong></p><br><p>If you have any questions or comments, you can reach me at [email protected]</p><br><p>Visit the website: www.historyofportugalpodcast.com</p><br><p>Credits:</p><p>Flag Image by Miguel Á. Padriñán from Pixabay</p><br><p>Music:</p><p>Rythm of War by Zakhar Valaha</p><p>War and Peace by-Billy Ziogas</p><p>Travel-in-Arab by StockMusic</p><p>Action Cinematic Rhythm by MoodMode</p><p>Sahara Sunrise by ArtSlop Flodur</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>