Saladin - sword of Islam - IT'S HISTORY

The video covers the capture of Jerusalem by the Crusaders in 1099 AD and the subsequent rise of Saladin, a Kurdish leader who founded the Ayyubid dynasty. Saladin's strategic focus on uniting Muslim factions and his military campaigns led to the recapture of Jerusalem. The Third Crusade followed, led by European monarchs including Richard the Lionheart. Despite fierce battles, a truce was reached, allowing Christian pilgrims access to holy sites. Saladin's empire fragmented after his death, as he divided his kingdom among his sons.

What event allowed the Crusaders to maintain control of Jerusalem for nearly a century?

• The Battle of Hattin

• The arrival of Richard the Lionheart

• Divisions among Muslim rulers

• The death of Saladin

What was the outcome of the Battle of Hattin?

• The Crusaders retained Jerusalem

• Saladin captured King Guido

• Saladin was defeated

• The Crusaders captured Saladin

How did Saladin treat the inhabitants of Jerusalem after reclaiming the city?

• He exiled them

• He imprisoned them

• He slaughtered them

• He allowed them to buy their freedom

Which monarch led the Third Crusade alongside Richard the Lionheart?

• Henry the Eighth

• Louis the Ninth

• Frederick Barbarossa

• Philip the Second

What was the result of the truce between Richard the Lionheart and Saladin?

• The Crusaders launched another attack

• Richard became the ruler of Jerusalem

• Christian pilgrims were allowed to visit holy sites

• Saladin surrendered Jerusalem