Revolt of Asturias

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The Hispano-Visigothic nobleman Pelagius began a revolt against the Islamic rule of Hispania and established the Kingdom of Asturias.

Chronology

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September 722: At an uncertain date, between 718 and 722, more likely the latter, a revolt against the conquerors, led by the noble Visigoth Pelayo, broke out in Asturias. Pelayo won a victory in 722 at the Battle of Covadonga. The Christians federate and form the Kingdom of Asturias.

January 719: The Visigoth nobleman Pelayo has himself elected king (or prince) by his followers in Asturias. Only then does the organized resistance against the Muslims in Asturias begin.