Saladin's Nemesis: Reynald de Châtillon and the Breaking of the Truce

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In this episode of Fexingo History, Lucas and Luna explore the life and provocations of Reynald de Châtillon, the crusader lord whose raids and broken truces pushed Saladin toward war. From his capture by Nur al-Din to his infamous Red Sea piracy threatening Mecca, Reynald's actions directly led to the Battle of Hattin and the fall of Jerusalem. Discover how one man's defiance shaped the course of the Crusades, and why Saladin personally executed him after Hattin. Featuring details on Kerak Castle, the 1183 Red Sea raid, and the fragile peace between Ayyubids and Crusaders. #ReynaldDeChâtillon #Saladin #Crusades #Hattin #Kerak #RedSeaRaid #Ayyubid #CrusaderHistory #MiddleEastHistory #MedievalHistory #BaldwinIV #NurAlDin #Mecca #Jerusalem #1187 #History #FexingoHistory #WarAndPeace Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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