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In 1238, the Christian Reconquest forced Spanish Muslims south, and the kingdom of Granada was established as the last refuge of the Moorish civilization.

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What was the name of the centuries-long effort by Christians to drive Muslims out of Spain?

The Reconquista. Jews and Muslims alike were driven out of Spain. The Reconquista ended in 1492 when Moorish Granada surrendered. The Muslims were allowed to remain in Spain. The Jews and the Muslims were expelled later.


What was the purpose of the Reconquista?

The purpose of the Reconquista was that the Christians wanted to expel the Spanish Muslims (better known as Moors) in the 11th century.


The group driven out to spain as a result of the reconquista wad?

The Moriscos were expelled from Spain as a result of the Reconquista.


Christians launched the Reconquista to what?

The Christians launched the Reconquista to reclaim the Iberian Peninsula from Muslim rule, which began in the early 8th century. This effort aimed to restore Christian dominance and expand territorial control, culminating in the capture of Granada in 1492. The Reconquista also reflected broader religious and cultural motivations, as it sought to unify Spain under Christianity and eliminate Islamic influence. Ultimately, it was a significant event in shaping the history and identity of modern Spain.


What was the last area conquered by Christians to end the reqonquista?

The last area conquered by Christians to end the Reconquista was Granada, which fell in 1492. This city was the last stronghold of Muslim rule in Spain and its capture by the Catholic Monarchs, Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella I of Castile, marked the completion of the Reconquista. The fall of Granada symbolized the unification of Spain under Christian rule and paved the way for future explorations and conquests.

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What was the retaking of Spain by the Christmas?

Do you mean the retaking of Spain by the Christians?It is called the Reconquista.


What was the name of the centuries-long effort by Christians to drive Muslims out of Spain?

The Reconquista. Jews and Muslims alike were driven out of Spain. The Reconquista ended in 1492 when Moorish Granada surrendered. The Muslims were allowed to remain in Spain. The Jews and the Muslims were expelled later.


What is the name for recapture of Spain by christians?

It's called "Reconquista". Capture of Aztec empire was conquista, so from this we have "conquistadors".


What was the centuries-long effort by Christians to drive the Muslims out of Spain?

It is called "La Reconquista", the "Reconquest".


What was the purpose of the Reconquista?

The purpose of the Reconquista was that the Christians wanted to expel the Spanish Muslims (better known as Moors) in the 11th century.


The group driven out to spain as a result of the reconquista wad?

The Moriscos were expelled from Spain as a result of the Reconquista.


Christians launched the Reconquista to what?

The Christians launched the Reconquista to reclaim the Iberian Peninsula from Muslim rule, which began in the early 8th century. This effort aimed to restore Christian dominance and expand territorial control, culminating in the capture of Granada in 1492. The Reconquista also reflected broader religious and cultural motivations, as it sought to unify Spain under Christianity and eliminate Islamic influence. Ultimately, it was a significant event in shaping the history and identity of modern Spain.


Who were moors?

Moors were Arabs from the middle east.


What was the last area conquered by Christians to end the reqonquista?

The last area conquered by Christians to end the Reconquista was Granada, which fell in 1492. This city was the last stronghold of Muslim rule in Spain and its capture by the Catholic Monarchs, Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella I of Castile, marked the completion of the Reconquista. The fall of Granada symbolized the unification of Spain under Christian rule and paved the way for future explorations and conquests.


The purpose of the Reconquista was to regain?

Spain from the Moors.


Where did reconquista take place?

Spain and Portugal


Who did the Spanish Christians try to drive out of their land?

The Spanish Christians primarily sought to drive out the Moors, who were Muslim inhabitants of the Iberian Peninsula. This effort was part of the Reconquista, a centuries-long campaign that culminated in 1492 with the capture of Granada, the last Muslim stronghold in Spain. The Reconquista aimed to reclaim territory and restore Christian rule in the region.