The Siege of Grenada (1190-1192) was what many conceived as the end of Islamic influence in Europe. The Spanish caliphate was corrupt, and many of their soldiers had gone to save the Holy Land. The Spanish, seizing on this opportunity, united and overran most of the nation. Until they reached Grenada. The Muslims there were trying to hold of Spanish soldiers so that Muslim civilians could evacuate. In order to do this, they used every delaying action they could. In the meantime, the heavy Spanish casualties were considered a plus.