El Cid was born in Vivar del Cid, Spain. He was born in 1040 and he died on July 10, 1099 in Valencia Spain his death was more than likely caused by a famine. Rodrigo was a Castilian noble man and a Military leader in Spain. Many people called him El Cis which meant the Lord. He was born into a poor family and was brought to serv King Ferdinand’s Son, Sancho. He worked hard enough to be the commander and rule armiger regis of Castile in 1065. He led his army against the rulers of the kingdoms of Leon, Galicia, and Al-Andalus.
He became known for his military prowess in, which helped expand Castilian territory, taking land from the Muslims and Sancho’s brother’s kingdoms. When Sancho died he had no heir to his throne so it was passed to his
He became known for his military prowess in, which helped expand Castilian territory, taking land from the Muslims and Sancho’s brother’s kingdoms. When Sancho died he had no heir to his throne so it was passed to his