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The duke wrote at the same time to the alcaydes of his towns and fortresses, ordering them to join him forthwith at Seville with all the forces they could spare from their garrisons.

From Chronicle of the Conquest of Granada by Irving, Washington

So on Sunday I again made application to the king, and that afternoon I was sent for to confer upon the bargain with the alcaydes and others, but we could not agree.

From A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 07 by Kerr, Robert

He threw in advance two hundred and fifty of his bravest troops, and with them the alcaydes of Marabella and Casares.

From Chronicle of the Conquest of Granada by Irving, Washington

The Moors fought valiantly for a short time, until the alcaydes of Marabella and Casares were slain, when they gave way and fled for the rear-guard.

From Chronicle of the Conquest of Granada by Irving, Washington

The capture of Velez Malaga was followed by the surrender of Bentomiz, Comares, and all the towns and fortresses of the Axarquia, which were strongly garrisoned, and discreet and valiant cavaliers appointed as their alcaydes.

From Chronicle of the Conquest of Granada by Irving, Washington