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Battle of Clavijo
 | This article needs attention from an expert in Military history. The specific problem is: Separate the synopsis of the legend from the analysis of it. (April 2024) |
The Battle of Clavijo is a mythical battle, believed for centuries to be historical, which became a popular theme of Spanish traditions regarding the Christian expulsion of the Muslims.[1] Stories about the battle first arose centuries after it allegedly occurred; according to these stories, it was fought near Clavijo between Christians led by Ramiro I of Asturias and Muslims led by the Emir of Córdoba.The Diccionario de historia de España (1968) says: "To a serious historian, the existence of the Battle of Clavijo is not even a topic of discussion."[2]
- ^ Collins, Roger (1983). Early Medieval Spain: Unity in Diversity, 400–1000. New York: St. Martin's Press. pp. 236–237. ISBN 0-312-22464-8.
- ^ Germán Bleiberg, ed. (1968). "Clavijo". Diccionario de historia de España (in Spanish) (2nd ed.). Madrid: Revista de Occidente.
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