Gonzalo Fernández de Córdoba
Spanish general (1453-1515)
1453 — 1515
Quick Facts
Profession
Spanish general (1453-1515)
Born
September 1, 1453
Died
1515 (age ~62)
Name Origin
Spanish
Timeline
politician, military personnel, military officer
SpainBorn in MontillaDied in Granada
1453
Born in Montilla (1453-09-01)
1515
Died in Granada
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Gonzalo Fernández de Córdoba was a Spanish general and statesman. He led military campaigns during the Conquest of Granada and the Italian Wars, after which he served as Viceroy of Naples. For his extensive political and military success, he was made Duke of Santángelo (1497), Terranova (1502), Andría, Montalto and Sessa (1507), and earned the nickname El Gran Capitán.
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Who is Gonzalo Fernández de Córdoba?+
Gonzalo Fernández de Córdoba was a Spanish general and statesman. He led military campaigns during the Conquest of Granada and the Italian Wars, after which he served as Viceroy of Naples. For his extensive political and military success, he was made Duke of Santángelo (1497), Terranova (1502), Andr
What does the name Gonzalo mean?+
The name Gonzalo means "A surname from Spanish.". It is of Spanish origin.
When was Gonzalo Fernández de Córdoba born?+
Gonzalo Fernández de Córdoba was born on September 1, 1453.
When did Gonzalo Fernández de Córdoba die?+
Gonzalo Fernández de Córdoba died in 1515, at approximately 62 years of age.
Name Meaning
A surname from Spanish.
The name Gonzalo is of Spanish origin, meaning "A surname from Spanish.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Virgo
Analytical, kind, hardworking
Earth · Mercury · Aug 23 – Sep 22
Chinese Zodiac
Rooster
Observant, hardworking, courageous
Water · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
4 Etznab
Mirror — clarity, truth, reflection
Celtic Tree
Hazel
Wise, perceptive, academic
Ogham: Coll · Aug 5 – Sep 1
Birthstone: Sapphire — Truth, loyalty
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