Almanzor

Timeline

1. 938–976Cordoba · CordobaFrom a local Andalusian noble family, he later took office at the Cordoba court. Through administrative ability and political skill he rose steadily, accumulating real power and connections during the transition from al-Hakam II to Hisham II.
2. 978–1002Cordoba · CordobaAround 978 he established control over the young caliph Hisham II and took the title 'al-Mansur' (the Victorious). For over twenty years he personally led armies north, repeatedly defeating allied forces of Leon and Navarre, sacked Santiago de Compostela in 997, and died in 1002 on the return from the Battle of Sacratas.