25. Pelagius of Asturias and the Battle of Covadonga

In episode 25 of the chronological series we’ll separate fact from fiction and uncover the real story behind the origins of the Kingdom of Asturias under the magnate Pelagius, who revolted against Muslim Umayyad rule in the Battle of Covadonga.

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Hook
00:29 Asturias and Cantabria in the Year 700
05:59 The Revolt of Pelagius
13:48 The Battle of Covadonga. Myth and Reality
21:51 Pelagius, the Sovereign of Asturias
27:54 The Verdict: Drawing comparisons between Pelagius’ revolt and the American War of Independence
28:59 Outro