Portugal vs. Castile: The Battle of Aljubarrota
Forbidden History12 Juni 2025

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In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we journey to Portugal to uncover the secrets of the 1385 Battle of Aljubarrotta, where Portuguese forces and their English allies triumphed against the Castilians and French. Could an ancient ossuary filled with the battle’s fallen unlock new insights into medieval warfare in Europe? Cast List: Tim Sutherland: Archaeologist, University of York Manuel Joao Matias: Dryas Octopetala Archaeological Services Professor Joao Gouveia Monteiro: Universidade De Coimbra Simon Richardson: Metal Detectorist Nuno Barraca: Geophysicist, Dryas Octopetala Archaeological Services Professor Eugenia Cunha: Forensic Anthropologist, Universidade De Coimbra Eric Meyers: Narrator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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