Saladin Captures Jerusalem: 88 Years of Crusader Rule End
Saladin's forces stormed the walls and reclaimed Jerusalem, ending eighty-eight years of Crusader control in a single decisive blow. This victory shattered the momentum of the Third Crusade and forced European powers to launch massive new expeditions to retake the Holy City.
October 2, 1187
839 years ago
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Jerusalem
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Kingdom of Jerusalem
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Siege of Jerusalem (1187)
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Crusades
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Kingdom of Jerusalem
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Jerusalem
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Saladin
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Third Crusade
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