Alfonso I of Aragon

Alfonso I of Aragon, also known as Alfonso the Battler, was a medieval king who reigned from 1104 to 1134. He is notable for his military campaigns to expand Christian territories in Spain, particularly against Muslim-held regions. His most significant achievements include the conquest of Zaragoza in 1118. Alfonso is also remembered for his efforts to unify various Christian kingdoms in the region. After his death, he left a legacy of territorial expansion that laid the groundwork for the future Kingdom of Aragon, influencing the political landscape of the Iberian Peninsula during the Middle Ages.