Algunos aspectos de la castellanización de Álava. El conflicto en torno a la sucesión del señorío de Ayala en 1332

Abstract

Álava’s insertion into Castilian field causes a progressive modification of region’s socio-politic and economic situation. Lordship of Ayala undergoes gradual interference of royal jurisdiction in its land, which debilitates its lord authority over traditional government institutions. Lordship inner crisis derives in a successory conflict well-spent by Castile to intensify their control on the Land of Ayala.