History of Portugal

• Episode 36 – Rei de Portugal

  This episode, we're diving into the controversial acclamation of Afonso Henriques as king before the Battle of Ourique. Did it really happen, or is it just legend? We'll explore conflicting historical accounts, the symbolism of his shield, and the Church's complicated role in legitimizing his kingship, uncovering how a potential battlefield tradition transformed into a powerful national myth.Join me on Patreon! patreon.com/historyofportugalCheck out the fee tier and join the conversation!If you have any questions or comments, you can reach me at [email protected] the website: www.historyofportugalpodcast.comCredits:Flag Image by Miguel Á. Padriñán from PixabayMusic:Rythm of War by Zakhar ValahaHold The Sky by SergePavkinMusicParting by SergePavkinMusicLounge Synthwave by Abydos MusicAmbient Trip Hop by Abydos_MusicDreams in Pink by kaazoomEpic Battle Song by Rolandomat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Episode 35 - Going on the Offensive

  This episode, we follow the pivotal shift in strategy as Afonso Henriques and the Portuguese forces move from a defensive posture to full-scale offensive operations. From the construction of the Castle of Leiria to deep raids into Muslim-held territory, we’ll explore how Portugal carved out its place on the frontier. We will also unpack the legendary Battle of Ourique, what likely happened, what was mythologized later, and why it mattered. As the tide turns across the Iberian Peninsula, the crumbling Almoravid empire faces pressure on multiple fronts, setting the stage for a new phase in the development of Portugal.Join me on Patreon! patreon.com/historyofportugalCheck out the fee tier and join the conversation!If you have any questions or comments, you can reach me at [email protected] the website: www.historyofportugalpodcast.comCredits:Flag Image by Miguel Á. Padriñán from PixabayMusic:Rythm of War by Zakhar ValahaBackground Music by Levgen PoltavskyiDeep in the Heart by Magnetic TrailerHip Hop Silky Smooth by Antipodean Writerdramatic-suspense by Ashot DanielyanEthno Landscape byLexin MusicAmbient Epic by RotkoEpic War by lNPLUSMUSICOrion Nebula by Serge Pavkin Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Episode 34 – Sitting Sideways

  In this episode, we dive deep into the murky political landscape of the 1130s, focusing on Afonso Henriques’s ambiguous status between 1128 and 1137 as he maneuvered between independence and vassalage to Alfonso VII. The episode unpacks Afonso’s calculated incursions into Galician territory, including the provocative construction of the Castle of Celmes, the backlash from Alfonso VII, and the pivotal Battle of Cerneja, where Afonso defeated key Galician nobles. It culminates in the surprising Pact of Tui, a moment of apparent submission that still leaves historians debating its true implications. Along the way, we explore feudal power dynamics, shifting alliances, and the strategic balancing act Afonso played in shaping Portugal’s early sovereignty.Join me on Patreon! patreon.com/historyofportugalCheck out the fee tier and join the conversation!If you have any questions or comments, you can reach me at [email protected] the website: www.historyofportugalpodcast.comCredits:Flag Image by Miguel Á. Padriñán from PixabayMusic:Rythm of War by Zakhar ValahaA Song For You by Still Point MusicThe Flashback by Grand ProjectJust a Click Away by OB-LIXRumba by AhmadSpace Mission by Serge Pavkin Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Episode 33 – The Road to Coimbra

  This time, we return our focus to Afonso Henriques and the evolving dynamics between Portugal, Galicia, and the Kingdom of León-Castile in the aftermath of his rise to power. As well as the move of the royal court from Guimaraes to Coimbra.Join me on Patreon! patreon.com/historyofportugalIf you have any questions or comments, you can reach me at [email protected] the website: www.historyofportugalpodcast.comCredits:Flag Image by Miguel Á. Padriñán from PixabayMusic:Rythm of War by Zakhar ValahaThe Road From Home by Serge Pavkin MusicDesolate World by DSTechnicianA Moment in Life by RockotSpace Cinematic Epic Rockot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Episode 32- Taking the Cross

  This episode we focus on the lager cultural movement that swept Europe, known as the crusades and the effect this movement had in the County of Portugal.Join us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/historyofportugalIf you have any questions or comments, you can reach me at [email protected] me on Patreon! patreon.com/historyofportugalVisit the website: www.historyofportugalpodcast.comCredits:Flag Image by Miguel Á. Padriñán from PixabayMusic:Rythm of War by Zakhar ValahaMedieval Ambient by Deus LowerExperimental by RockotCosmic Glow by Serge Pavkin MusicLegacy of Monteverdi Lamento Della Ninfa by White RecordsGrand View by Serge Pavkin Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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