Historical Events tagged with "tyre"

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Military & Warfare

Israel's Operation Accountability against Lebanon

July 25th, 1993 31 years ago

Operation Accountability, known in Lebanon as the Seven-Day War, was initiated by Israel as a large-scale military campaign targeting Southern Lebanon. The operation commenced on July 25, 1993, aiming to retaliate against attacks from Hezbollah. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) conducted extensive airstrikes and artillery shelling, focusing on key Hezbollah positions and infrastructure in an effort to deter future assaults on northern Israel. The operation resulted in significant displacement of Lebanese civilians and destruction of property, highlighting the complex dynamics of the ongoing conflict between the two nations.

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Politics & Government

Assassination of Conrad of Montferrat

April 28th, 1192 832 years ago

Conrad of Montferrat, recently confirmed King of Jerusalem, was assassinated in Tyre by agents of the Hashshashin just two days after his election. This murder marked a significant shift in the power dynamics of the Crusader states, as it eliminated a key ruler and added to the instability of the region.

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Politics & Government

Conrad of Montferrat Marries Isabella I of Jerusalem

November 24th, 1190 834 years ago

Conrad of Montferrat ascended as the King of Jerusalem upon his marriage to Isabella I of Jerusalem. This union was significant as it secured his claim to the throne amidst the ongoing conflicts in the region. The marriage took place in Tyre, which was a strategically important city at the time. Both individuals were pivotal in the political arena of the crusader states, and their union merged their ambitions and resources to strengthen the Latin kingdom in the Holy Land.

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Military & Warfare

Tyre Captured by Venetian Crusaders

July 7th, 1124 900 years ago

After nineteen weeks of intense siege, the city of Tyre fell to the Venetian Crusade under the leadership of Doge Domenico Michele. This decisive victory for the Crusaders was critical in establishing Venetian control over Mediterranean trade routes. The siege, marked by strategic assaults and naval support, highlighted the importance of military cooperation between the Crusader forces and the Venetian navy. The fall of Tyre not only expanded Venetian influence in the region but also significantly impacted the struggle for control in the Holy Land.

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