The Moors In World History 710-1492 Part 2 (Webinar) (Special Edition)

719- Moors invade France

837 - Moors capture Sicily

846 - Moors invade Italy

1140- Moors leave France

The two parts have been distinguished geographically from time past remembered on account of the climatic difference.

NORTH- The North is bleak and exposed to biting winds, subject to heavy rains and intense cold

SOUTH- While tormented by the hot winds that blow over from Africa is quiet, well-watered, and capable of high cultivation.

A great plateau divides the two and though this fell chiefly on the Moorish side, it was to some extent debatable land and unsecurely held.