Capture of Toledo

Date: May 25, 1085 • Location: Toledo, Spain

Alfonso VI of Castile takes Toledo, Spain, back from the Moors after a siege.

Alfonso VI, nicknamed the Brave or the Valiant, was king of León (1065–1109), Galicia (1071–1109), and Castile (1072–1109).

This milestone marked a defining occurrence in Spain's and world history, leaving an indelible imprint on societal development, international relations, and cultural memory. Its enduring ramifications continue to be examined and commemorated by historians and scholars across the globe.