Gillesmailhe

Gillesmailhe was a early knight and military leader who served during the 12th century in the Kingdom of Aragon. He is mentioned in several historical texts, but few details are available about his life.

Gillesmailhe is primarily known for his participation in the campaigns of Alfonso I, also known as Alfonso the Battler, who served as the King of Aragon from 1104 to 1134. During this time, Gillesmailhe would have been involved in the ongoing conflicts with the Moors, the Muslims who dominated much of the Iberian Peninsula.

Archeological evidence and written records from the 12th century provide valuable information about Gillesmailhe's participation in the siege of Tortosa in 1125. The siege, which lasted several months, resulted in the walls being breached and the city being taken by the Christian forces.

Gillesmailhe is sometimes considered one of the earliest known knights of the Order of the Temple. However, this connection is based on speculative interpretations and there is no concrete evidence to support this theory.

In addition to Gillesmailhe's battles and possible military career, there is also interest in his family and connections. However, historical records are often fragmented and intertwined, making it difficult to confirm some of the details that surround Gillesmailhe's life.