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With which kingdom did Alfonso X create an alliance in 1254?

  • Kingdom of England

  • Kingdom of Portugal

  • Kingdom of France

  • Kingdom of Aragon

Answer

In 1254, Alfonso X of Castile and León created an alliance with the Kingdom of England. This was done in order to counter the growing power of the French kingdom, which was a rival of both Castile and England. The alliance was cemented by the marriage of Alfonso's daughter, Eleanor, to King Edward I of England.
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