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Did Alfonso V have any notable rivals in Aragon?

  • No

  • Yes, including Joanna II

  • No, his rule in Aragon was uncontested

  • Yes, including Louis III

Answer

No, Alfonso V had no notable rivals in Aragon because his rule was uncontested. He was able to secure his position by marrying a member of the Trastámara dynasty, which had ruled Aragon since 1319. Alfonso V was also able to gain the support of the Aragonese nobility by promising to protect their privileges. As a result, he was able to rule Aragon without any significant challenges.
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