Pelagius Collection

History of Spain. Battle of Covadonga, 722. It was the first victory won by Christian military forces in Iberia after the Islamic conquest of Hispania. Illustration by Fernando Miranda

Pelagius (chromolitho)
971728 Pelagius (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pelagius, Visigothic nobleman who founded the Kingdom of Asturias, ruling it from 718 until his death)

Pelagius of Asturias, 1875-1877. Creator: Anonymous
Pelagius of Asturias. From: Hombres y mujeres ce?lebres de todos los tiempos by Juan Landa, 1875-1877. Private Collection

Pelagius (685-737). Visigothic nobleman who founded the Kingdom of Asturias, ruling it from 718 his death. Portrait. Engraving

Pelagius (c. 685-737). Engraving
Pelagius (c. 685-737). Visigothic nobleman who founded the Kingdom of Asturias. Engraving in Spain Illustrated History, 19th century

Pelagius (c. 685-737). Visigothic nobleman who founded the Kingdom of Asturias, ruling it from 718 until his death. Leader of the revolt in Asturias (718-737) against the Muslim power

Virgin Child Patron Saints Constance Hand-colored woodcut
Artokoloro

Monument in memory of Pelagius at Covadonga, Asturias, northwestern Spain
Monument in memory of Pelagius at Covadonga, northwestern Spain

Conrad, Mary and St. Pelagius, including the coat of arms of Bishop Hugh of High Landsberg (term 1495-1530)

Pope Gregory I during the Great Plague. in 589 when plague struck Rome. With the death of Pope Pelagius, who was stricken by the plague, all of Rome acclaimed Gregory as Pope

Pope Pelagius II
POPE PELAGIUS II

Pope Pelagius I
POPE PELAGIUS I

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Pelagius, a prominent figure in the history of Spain, played a significant role in the Battle of Covadonga in 722. This battle marked a crucial turning point as it was the first Christian victory against the Moors during their conquest of the Iberian Peninsula. The Museo Militar commemorates this historic event and showcases artifacts related to Pelagius and other key figures. Various depictions exist of Pelagius, including chromolithographs and engravings from different periods. One such portrayal is an anonymous artwork from 1875-1877 that portrays Pelagius of Asturias, emphasizing his noble status within the Visigothic community. Pelagius (685-737) was not only known for his noble lineage but also for his leadership skills and bravery on the battlefield. His contributions were recognized by six Spanish kings who are mentioned beneath their portraits in Las Glorias Nacionales, published in Madrid and Barcelona in 1852. In addition to his military achievements, Pelagius had a deep devotion to religion. A hand-colored woodcut depicts him alongside Virgin Child Patron Saints Constance, highlighting his faith and spiritual connection. To honor Pelagius' legacy, a monument stands at Covadonga in Asturias—a testament to his pivotal role in defending Christianity against Moorish invaders. Furthermore, there are references connecting Pelagius with Conrad Mary and St. Hugh's coat of arms—symbols representing unity between religious leaders during challenging times like Pope Gregory I's reign when Rome faced devastating plagues around 589 AD.