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Roderic. Visigoth king (709-711)
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Roderic. Visigoth king (709-711)
Roderic. Visigoth king (709-711). He lost the throne when the peninsula was invaded by the Muslims. Colored engraving
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Hispania Iberia Roderic Roderick Rodrigo Visigothic Roderich
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In this 8th-century colored engraving, we behold the regal visage of Roderic, the last Christian king of the Visigothic Kingdom of Hispania (modern-day Spain and Portugal). Reigning from 709 to 711, Roderic assumed the throne following the death of his father, King Wittiza. His reign, however, would be marked by the ominous shadow of an impending invasion. The Muslim forces, led by the Berber general Tariq ibn Ziyad, had already begun their conquest of the Iberian Peninsula. Roderic, despite being aware of the imminent threat, chose to focus on internal matters, neglecting the defense of his realm's borders. This strategic misstep would prove to be disastrous. In 711, Tariq's forces landed near Gibraltar, and the ensuing Battle of Guadalete saw the decisive defeat of Roderic's army. The king himself was slain in the battle, marking the end of the Visigothic Kingdom and the beginning of Muslim rule in the Iberian Peninsula. This evocative engraving, adorned with rich colors, captures the stoic determination and regal bearing of Roderic. His resplendent attire, adorned with intricate patterns and precious gems, symbolizes his royal status. The engraving also highlights the grandeur of the Visigothic era, a time of cultural and artistic flourishing that would leave an indelible mark on the history of the Iberian Peninsula. Despite the tragic outcome of his reign, Roderic remains a significant figure in the annals of Spanish history. His story serves as a poignant reminder of the ebb and flow of power and the enduring impact of historical events.
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