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Alfonso III: Expanded Asturias, secured Christian Spain, "He who does not work, does not eat.
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Life Journey
Alfonso III was born to Ordo帽o I and Elvira of Pamplona, future King and Queen of Asturias.
Alfonso III begins his education, focusing on Latin, Christian doctrine, and military training.
Alfonso III joins his father's military campaigns against the Moors, gaining valuable combat experience.
Alfonso III marries Jimena of Pamplona, strengthening alliances with the Kingdom of Pamplona.
Alfonso III is named heir apparent by his father, Ordo帽o I, preparing him for kingship.
Alfonso III ascends to the throne upon the death of his father, Ordo帽o I.
Alfonso III launches a series of military campaigns to expand the Kingdom of Asturias into Galicia and Le贸n.
Alfonso III establishes new administrative centers to better govern the expanded territories.
Alfonso III defeats a major Umayyad Caliphate force, consolidating Christian rule in northern Spain.
Alfonso III rebuilds and fortifies the city of Oviedo, making it a center of culture and Christianity.
Alfonso III supports the establishment of monasteries and schools, promoting Christian culture and learning.
Alfonso III constructs defensive fortifications along the borders to protect against Moorish incursions.
Alfonso III marries Elvira of Castile, further solidifying alliances with neighboring Christian kingdoms.
Alfonso III founds the city of Le贸n, which becomes a significant center of power and culture.
Alfonso III dies in Oviedo, leaving behind a legacy of expanded and consolidated Christian rule in northern Spain.