Historical Events tagged with "Ayyadieh"
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Military & Warfare
Richard I Orders Massacre at Ayyadieh
August 20th, 1191 833 years ago
Richard I of England commanded the killing of Muslim hostages in Ayyadieh during the Third Crusade, resulting in the death of approximately 2,600 to 3,000 individuals. This decision followed the capture of the city by Crusader forces, driven by tensions and the desire to prevent enemy threats. The victims were predominantly non-combatants who were captured during the siege, illustrating the brutal realities of warfare during this period.
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