'In Spain's rich history, El Cid is remembered above all others'
El Cid was a knight in 11th century Spain.
Growing up in the borderlands between two religions, he gained a reputation for
military skill and bravery. This led to his nickname Campeador, 'Master Of The
Battlefield'.
Today's he's remembered as loyal, merciful and above all, pious. But behind the
legends and myths was a very different man.
In this episode, we peel back the layers of this Spanish hero and learn the real
story behind the hero of The Reconquista.
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