He won the Battle of Mont Gisard after helping to establish a dynasty named for his father, Ayyub. He survived two attempts on his life by the Assassins, but died shortly after signing the Peace of Ra
He won the Battle of Mont Gisard after helping to establish a dynasty named for his father, Ayyub. He survived two attempts on his life by the Assassins, but died shortly after signing the Peace of Ramlah with a rival he faced at Ascalon, Arsuf, and the siege of Acre. This man overthrew the Fatamid dynasty and defeated Reynaud de Chatillon at Hattin. For 10 points, name this Muslim leader who faced off against Richard the Lionheart during the Third Crusade.
He won the Battle of Mont Gisard after helping to establish a dynasty named for his father, Ayyub.
{Saladin} [or {Salah al}-{Din al}-{Ayyubi}]