| Birth: | 1043 | | Death: | Jun. 10, 1099 | 
Spanish National Hero and ruler of Valencia. Seved both Christian and Moorish lords and kings alike, before being exiled and taking Valencia as his own. Died defending it against the invasions of the Berber leader Yusuf. During the remainder of the battle, the cadaver Cid was placed atop his horse, Bavieca, and placed where his men could see him, unaware that he was already dead. In the end, the Cid's forces won.Cause of Death: (bio by: Mongoose)
Family links:
Spouse:
Ximena Díaz (1054 - 1115)*
*Calculated relationship
Cause of death: Injured by a stray arrow, died of wounds
Search Amazon for Rodrigo Diaz | | | Burial:
San Pedro de Cardeña Monastery
Burgos
Castilla y Leon, Spain |
Maintained by: Find A Grave
Originally Created by: Mongoose
Record added: Nov 16, 2003
Find A Grave Memorial# 8091411 |
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