Siege of Carmona (763)

The Siege of Carmona (763) was a military conflict that took place in 763 in the Iberian Peninsula, specifically targeting the Visigothic city of Carmona (modern-day Andalusia, Spain). The siege was undertaken by the nascent Umayyad Emirate of Córdoba following the collapse of the Visigothic kingdom. While specific details about the siege are scarce in historical records, it's understood to represent a significant step in the Muslim conquest of the Iberian Peninsula.

The exact duration of the siege and the size of the opposing forces remain unknown. However, it's likely the siege involved a substantial Umayyad army, given the importance of Carmona as a strategically located city, controlling important trade routes and possessing defensible fortifications. The Visigothic defenders, likely comprised of local militia and possibly some remnants of the Visigothic aristocracy, likely put up a resistance.

The outcome of the siege was a Muslim victory, leading to the fall of Carmona into Umayyad hands. This victory further solidified Umayyad control over southern Iberia and contributed to the expanding influence of the Emirate. The subsequent fate of the city's population is unclear, although patterns from other conquests in the region suggest a combination of conversion, displacement, or subjugation may have occurred. Further research is needed to illuminate the specifics of the siege and its immediate aftermath. The lack of detailed accounts makes it challenging to establish a comprehensive understanding of the siege’s tactical aspects, casualty numbers, and the long-term effects on Carmona's social and political landscape.