How Weekend at Bernie's Saved Egypt | The Life & Times of Shajar Al-Durr

The video explores the life of Shajar al-Durr, a slave who rose to power in Egypt during the Crusades. It covers her strategic maneuvers to maintain control after the death of her husband, the Sultan, and her role in defeating the French army. Despite her initial success, political intrigue and power struggles eventually led to her downfall.

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