Tunisian island of Gerba (Djerba) under almohade dominion since 1160. In 1284 fell under the power of Roger de Lluria. Later Pedro Navarro, in 1511, failed in his conquest attempt and in 1560 the Spaniards suffered a new defeat when trying to evict the Turkish corsair Dragut (died 1565). Engraving, 16th century. Later colouration.

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