Battle of Qantish (1009 AD)

Battle of Qantish (Berbers & County of Castile vs Caliphate of Córdoba) took place in 1009 AD during Fitna of al-Andalus.

Battle facts

Year: 1009 AD
Date: 1009-11-11
Era: Medieval
Conflict: Fitna of al-Andalus
Side A: Berbers, County of Castile
Side B: Caliphate of Córdoba
Commanders (A): Sulayman ibn al-Hakam, Zawi ibn Ziri, Sancho García of Castile
Commanders (B): Muhammad II of Córdoba, Wadih al-Siqlabi
Casualties: approx. Unknown10,000-30,000 killed
Outcome: Berber-Castilian victory Sulayman ibn al-Hakam becomes Caliph of Córdoba Sack of Córdoba
Coordinates: 38.017°, -3.717°