Battle of Ourique

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:battle
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Portuguese_crown
gptkb:King_Afonso_I_of_Portugal
gptkb:Kingdom_of_Portugal
gptkb:the_Kingdom_of_Portugal
gptkbp:aftermath Afonso I declared himself king
Increased support for Afonso I
gptkbp:celebrates Festivals in honor of the battle
gptkbp:combatants gptkb:King_Afonso_I_of_Portugal
Muslim forces
gptkbp:commander Afonso I's leadership praised
gptkbp:community_impact Influenced future conflicts in the region
gptkbp:conflict Decisive victory for Afonso I
gptkbp:consequences Strengthened the monarchy in Portugal
gptkbp:cultural_impact Inspiration for literature and art
Symbol of resistance and independence
Influenced Portuguese identity
gptkbp:cultural_references Mentioned in Portuguese folklore
gptkbp:cultural_significance Inspiration for literature and art
gptkbp:date 1139
gptkbp:fought_in Christian forces and Muslim forces
gptkbp:has_ability Muslim forces
Afonso I's forces
Afonso I's forces estimated at 6,000
Muslim forces estimated at 20,000
gptkbp:historical_analysis Studied by historians for military tactics
gptkbp:historical_context 12th century Iberian Peninsula
Conflict between Christians and Muslims in Iberia
gptkbp:historical_documentation Various medieval texts
gptkbp:historical_figure gptkb:Afonso_I_of_Portugal
gptkb:Afonso_I
gptkb:Afonso_Henriques
gptkb:Almoravid_leaders
Christian knights
Military leaders of the time
Military strategists of the time
Cultural figures of the period
Religious leaders involved
Described in various medieval texts
Muslim warriors
Advisors to Muslim commanders
Alboçadam
Algarve forces
Chroniclers of the era
Local leaders in the region
Muslim commander
Noblemen of Portugal
Political advisors to Afonso I
gptkbp:historical_impact Set the stage for future conflicts in the region
Influenced future battles in the Reconquista
Boosted morale for Christian forces
Catalyst for Portuguese expansion
Weakened Almoravid influence in the region
Set the stage for future battles in the Reconquista
Influenced Christian reconquest efforts across Europe
gptkbp:historical_period gptkb:Middle_Ages
gptkbp:historical_significance Marked the rise of Portugal as a nation
Pivotal moment in the formation of Portugal
Marked the rise of Portugal as a kingdom
Significant in the context of the Reconquista
gptkbp:historical_source Various chronicles and historical texts
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Battle of Ourique
gptkbp:impact Shift in power dynamics in the region
gptkbp:influence Fostered a sense of unity among Portuguese people
gptkbp:is_celebrated_in National holiday in Portugal
Performed in Portugal
Celebrated in Portuguese history
gptkbp:leadership gptkb:Afonso_I
Key to victory
gptkbp:legacy Considered a national hero
Symbol of Portuguese nationalism
Foundation of Portuguese identity
Inspiration for national pride in Portugal
Remembered as a pivotal moment in Portuguese history
gptkbp:location gptkb:Ourique,_Portugal
gptkbp:military_strategy gptkb:dynasty
Use of terrain to advantage
Studied in military academies.
Innovative for the time
Use of terrain advantage
Retain control over the Iberian Peninsula
Afonso I's forces used a phalanx formation
gptkbp:outcome Strengthened Christian kingdoms
Strengthened Christian rule in Portugal
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:Reconquista
gptkbp:primary_source gptkb:Chronicles_of_Afonso_I
Historical accounts by later historians
gptkbp:related_event gptkb:Battle_of_Santarém
gptkb:Battle_of_Aljubarrota
gptkb:Siege_of_Lisbon
gptkbp:result Portuguese victory
gptkbp:role Led the Christian forces
gptkbp:significance Consolidation of Portuguese independence
gptkbp:strategic_importance Establishment of Portuguese territory
gptkbp:tactics Surprise attack
Cavalry charge
Alliance with local Christian lords
gptkbp:title gptkb:Politician
gptkbp:year 1139