Exploring Islamic History & Culture
On July 15, 1099, the Holy city of Jerusalem was finally captured by the Crusaders after a 38-day long siege. What followed was the massacre of the natives. The Crusaders rushed through the streets and into the houses and mosques killing all that they ...
The Battle of Dorylaeum was a very crucial battle fought during the First Crusade. The battle took place on July 01, 1097, at Dorylaeum (located near the modern-day city of Eskişehir, Turkey), and concluded with the victory of the Crusaders over the Selj ...