How did Alfonso VI come to rule Castile?
Inherited it
Won it in battle
Marriage
Purchased it
Answer
Alfonso VI inherited the throne of Castile in 1072 upon the death of his brother, Sancho II. Although Sancho had initially designated his young son as his successor, the Castilian nobles chose Alfonso instead due to his proven military prowess and experience.
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