Fernando III
Fernando III, also known as Saint Ferdinand, was a significant historical figure who reigned as King of Castile and León in the 13th century. He is notable for his role in the Reconquista, particularly for the conquest of Córdoba in 1236, where he transformed the Great Mosque of Córdoba into a Christian cathedral. His reign marked a period of religious and cultural transformation in Spain, and he was canonized by the Catholic Church in 1671. He is remembered as a patron of the church and is celebrated for his efforts in promoting Christianity in the Iberian Peninsula.
Born on May 05, 1199 (826 years old)
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Fernando III reconquered Córdoba in 1235, leading to the transformation of the mosque into a Christian cathedral.
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