Alfonso V of León facts for kids
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Alfonso V in the Libro de las Estampas
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| King of León | |
| Reign | 999–1028 |
| Predecessor | Bermudo II |
| Successor | Bermudo III |
| Born | c. 994 |
| Died | 4 July/7 August 1028 (aged 33–34) Viseu |
| Burial | Basilica of San Isidoro |
| Consort | Elvira Menéndez Urraca of Pamplona |
| Issue | Sancha of León Bermudo III of León Jimena of León |
| Dynasty | Astur-Leonese dynasty |
| Father | Bermudo II of León |
| Mother | Elvira García of Castile |
| Religion | Chalcedonian Christianity |
Alfonso V (born around 994, died August 7, 1028), also known as the Noble, was the King of León from 999 to 1028. Like other kings of León, he used the special title of emperor. This showed his importance among the Christian rulers in Spain. He became king after his father, Bermudo II, passed away in 999.
When Alfonso was young, his mother Elvira García and a count named Menendo González helped him rule. Count Menendo also raised Alfonso in Galicia. After the count died in 1008, Alfonso began to rule the kingdom on his own.
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Alfonso V's Rule
Alfonso V started the important job of rebuilding the Christian kingdom in the northwest of Spain. This was after a very difficult time with civil wars and attacks from Arab groups. He was known for being a good soldier and a smart leader.
Important Laws and Changes
In 1017, Alfonso and his first wife, Elvira, gave the city of León its first special laws. These laws were called "franchises." They helped to organize the city and its people.
His Death and Burial
On August 7, 1028, King Alfonso V was killed. He was hit by an arrow while his army was attacking the Muslim-controlled town of Viseu. Alfonso V was buried next to his first wife, Elvira. This was in the Church of Saint John the Baptist and San Pelayo. Later, this church became known as the Basilica of San Isidoro. This happened when the remains of Saint Isidore were moved there from Seville.
His Family Life
Alfonso V was married twice and had children.
First Marriage
In 1013, Alfonso married Elvira Menéndez. She was the daughter of his tutor, Menendo González, who had raised him. Alfonso and Elvira had two children:
- Sancha of León: She later married Ferdinand I of León and Castile.
- Bermudo III of León: He was born around 1015 and died in 1037. He later became king after his father.
Second Marriage
Elvira passed away on December 2, 1022. After her death, Alfonso married Urraca Garcés. She was the sister of King Sancho III of Pamplona. Alfonso and Urraca had one daughter together:
- Jimena of León: Her name is mentioned in old documents from that time.
See also
In Spanish: Alfonso V de León para niños
