The Pocket Guide to World HistoryCid, El. (Rodrigo Diaz de Vivar). c1043-99. Spanish hero, who fought for Moors and Christians. Idealized in 1140 epic El Cantar de mio Cid. Conquered and ruled Valencia 1094-99. [Read more ...] 1893 © Copyright 2007 PocketHistory.com Hosted by BenLo Park |