Historical Events tagged with "crusader"

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Military & Warfare

Fall of Antioch to Baibars' Forces

May 18th, 1268 756 years ago

The Principality of Antioch was besieged by the Mamluk Sultan Baibars in a decisive military campaign. After months of siege, on May 18, 1268, the city succumbed to the relentless assaults led by Baibars, marking a significant victory for the Mamluks. The fall of this critical Crusader stronghold had profound implications for Christian presence in the Levant, consolidating Muslim power in the region.

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Venetians Triumph Over Genoese Fleet at Acre

June 25th, 1258 766 years ago

In the Battle of Acre, Venetian forces engaged and overcame a significantly larger Genoese fleet that was approaching to relieve the besieged city of Acre. This strategic victory for the Venetians secured control over the crucial port city in the Crusader states, showcasing their naval prowess and solidifying their influence in the region during the prolonged conflict over the Holy Land.

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Surrender of Ascalon to Crusader Forces

August 22nd, 1153 871 years ago

The fortress of Ascalon was surrendered to King Baldwin III of Jerusalem. The surrender occurred after a siege and marked a significant victory for the Crusaders. Baldwin's forces included the Knights Templar and the Knights Hospitaller, who played crucial roles in the success of the campaign. The loss of Ascalon was a major setback for the Fatimid Caliphate of Egypt.

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