12th Century CE
Islamic Manuscript Describing Saladin’s Weapons
In this picture is a fragment of a 12th-century Islamic manuscript describing Saladin’s weapons.
Islam once more became a dominating force in the Land, and the Jews enjoyed a certain measure of freedom.
After Saladin's conquest of Ashkelon in 1191 CE, the Jewish community in Jerusalem grew considerably.
The Latin Kingdom of the Crusaders became a conquering minority, confined mainly to a small network of fortified cities and strongholds.
Overview
Islam once more became a dominating force in the Land. After Saladin's conquest of Ashkelon in 1191, the Jewish community in Jerusalem grew considerably.
The Latin Kingdom of the Crusaders became a conquering minority confined mainly to a small network of fortified cities and strongholds.










