The siege of Jerusalem by Saladin (1187) FILM ADAPTATION OF A MILITARY ENGAGEMENT *** note *** The film's depiction of the breached wall and the subsequent battle is a fictionalized version designed to enhance the film’s dramatic impact. Battle of Jerusalem 1187 A pivotal event in the history of the Crusades. The siege began on September 20, and by September 29, a breach had been created in the city walls by Saladin’s miners. The defenders, led by Balian of Ibelin, were unable to push back the M

Richard vs Saladin: The Most Chivalrous War in History | Third Crusade 1189-1192 The War Where Enemies Sent Each Other Gifts: Richard vs Saladin Imagine this: You're in the middle of a brutal war. Your enemy has killed thousands of your men. You've killed thousands of theirs. Now imagine sending that enemy... presents. Welcome to the Third Crusade. In 1191, two legendary warriors faced off for control of Jerusalem: Richard the Lionheart (King of England, basically medieval Superman) and Saladin