Historical Events tagged with "assassins"
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Military & Warfare
Hashshashin Target Saladin Near Aleppo
May 22nd, 1176 848 years ago
An attempted assassination of Saladin near Aleppo was orchestrated by the Hashshashin, a secretive sect known for their skilled assassins. In a bold strike, they aimed to eliminate the powerful Muslim leader, Saladin, prominent in the Crusades. The assault highlighted the ongoing struggle for power during this turbulent era in the Middle East and showcased the tactics of the Assassins, who used stealth and precision to pursue their political goals.
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