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Boy-Caliph of C贸rdoba. Ruled in name while Al-Mansur wielded the sword.
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Life Journey
Hisham II is born to Caliph Abd al-Rahman III and his Christian concubine, Subh. He is the future ruler of the Umayyad Caliphate of C贸rdoba.
At the age of 11, Hisham II succeeds his father, Caliph Abd al-Rahman III, as the ruler of the Umayyad Caliphate of C贸rdoba. Due to his young age, his mother, Subh, and her vizier, Al-Mansur, act as regents.
Hisham II begins his formal education, focusing on Islamic studies, governance, and the arts. His education is overseen by the court's leading scholars and officials.
Al-Mansur, the vizier, consolidates his power and becomes the de facto ruler of the caliphate, sidelining Hisham II. Hisham's role is reduced to a ceremonial one.
Al-Mansur launches several successful military campaigns against Christian kingdoms in the north, expanding the territory of Al-Andalus. Hisham II's presence is symbolic.
Al-Mansur dies, and his son, Abd al-Malik al-Muzaffar, takes over as vizier. Hisham II's influence remains limited, and the regency continues.
Abd al-Malik al-Muzaffar continues to rule in Hisham II's name, maintaining the status quo and keeping the caliph's power in check.
Abd al-Malik al-Muzaffar dies, and his brother, Abd al-Rahman Sanchuelo, becomes the new vizier. Hisham II's position remains largely ceremonial.
The death of Abd al-Malik and the subsequent power struggle lead to a civil war, which weakens the caliphate. Hisham II's authority is further diminished.
Hisham II is deposed by Muhammad II, who claims the caliphate. Hisham is forced into hiding and loses control of the government.
Hisham II is restored to the throne with the support of the Berber general, Sulayman al-Mustain. However, his rule is unstable and contested by various factions.
Hisham II dies, marking the end of his tumultuous reign. His death signals the decline of the Umayyad Caliphate of C贸rdoba and the fragmentation of Al-Andalus.