Saladin vs the Franj: The Battle of Hattin 1187

In this episode, we revisit the pivotal Battle of Hattin (July 4, 1187), where Saladin crushed the Crusader army and seized Jerusalem. Drawing on the chronicles of Baha ad-Din ibn Shaddad, Imad ad-Din al-Isfahani, and Ibn al-Athir, we examine the tactical decisions, the role of the Horns of Hattin, the capture of the True Cross, and the aftermath that led to the fall of the Kingdom of Jerusalem. We also discuss Saladin's treatment of captives, including the controversial execution of Raynald de Châtillon. Fresh details on the battle's logistics and the psychological impact on both sides. #BattleOfHattin #Saladin #Crusades #HornsOfHattin #TrueCross #RaynaldDeChatillon #KingdomOfJerusalem #BahaAdDinIbnShaddad #ImadAdDinAlIsfahani #IbnAlAthir #AlQuds #Ayyubid #Franj #1187 #MiddleEast #MilitaryHistory #History #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo