Battle of Golpejera

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Calle Obispo Bustamante, 6Z, 34120 Carrión de los Condes, Palencia, Spain

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N42° 19' 60" W4° 35' 60"   (42.333333333333, -4.6) Start navigation »

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The Battle of Golpejera also known as Golpejar, was an internecine battle among Christian kingdoms fought in early January, 1072. King Sancho II of Castile (the Strong) defeated the forces of his brother Alfonso VI of León (the Brave) near Carrión de los Condes. It is notable as being one of the battles in which El Cid participated.

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