Bencomo
King of Taoro · Lived 1425 to 1495 · aged 70
Bencomo was the penultimate mencey or king of Taoro, a Guanche menceyato on the island of Tenerife. He fought in the First Battle of Acentejo, a victory for the Guanches against the invading Castilians, after having refused the terms of Alonso Fernández de Lugo.
Bencomo is read about 43 times a day, in 14 languages.
A typical day, 30 days to 19 August 2026
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About this person
He may have perished on the heights of San Roque during the Battle of Aguere alongside his brother Tinguaro.
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1425 to 1495 · aged 70