Historical Events tagged with "hospitaller"

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Military & Warfare

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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