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Battle of Jaffa

1192 • Levante Feldschlacht
Saladin attacks Jaffa crusades

Saladin attacks Jaffa crusades

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Richard I of England at the Battle of Jaffa.

Richard I of England at the Battle of Jaffa.

Author: James GrantLicense:PD
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The title is the same as the image caption above & in "Cassell's Illustrated History of England, Volume 1". The number shown is the page number. Follow the image link to the full book.

The title is the same as the image caption above & in "Cassell's Illustrated History of England, Volume 1". The number shown is the page number. Follow the image link to the full book.

Author: John CassellLicense:PD
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Naval Victory of the Venetians at Jaffa

Naval Victory of the Venetians at Jaffa

Author: Sante PerandaLicense:PD
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Historical Overview

Final battle of the 3rd Crusade; defense of the city of Jaffa.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Crusader victory.

Crusaders (3rd C.)

  • Commander: Richard Löwenherz
  • Strength: ca. 10.000
  • Casualties: Gering

Ayyubid Garrison

  • Commander: Saladin
  • Strength: ca. 15.000
  • Casualties: Moderat

Strategic Context

Saladin's last attempt to drive the Crusaders into the sea.

Conflict / War

Third Crusade

Crusader victory.

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