Battle of Jaffa, 1192: Richard and Saladin's Final Confrontation

In this video, we discuss the climactic event of the Third Crusade: the Battle of Jaffa in 1192, where Richard the Lionheart thwarted Saladin's attempt to capture Jaffa from the Crusaders. This battle was a pivotal moment in the Third Crusade and ultimately ensured Richard's long-term victory. The video features primary source quotes from Baha ad-Din and Ernoul, along with closing thoughts from historian Andrew Ehrenkreutz.