Consolidation of Saladin’s Power in Egypt and Syria, 1169–84 (Edexcel A-Level History): Quizzes
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On what date was Saladin invested as the new vizier of Egypt?
On what date was Saladin invested as the new vizier of Egypt?
26 March 1169
What were the three pillars of Saladin's consolidation of power in Egypt?
What were the three pillars of Saladin's consolidation of power in Egypt?
Family, Force, Finance
When did Saladin proclaim the Sunni Abbasid caliph at Friday prayers, ending the Fatimid dynasty?
When did Saladin proclaim the Sunni Abbasid caliph at Friday prayers, ending the Fatimid dynasty?
10 September 1171
What was the name of the military corps Saladin created that was directly loyal to him?
What was the name of the military corps Saladin created that was directly loyal to him?
The Salhiyya
When did Nur ad-Din die, opening new opportunities for Saladin's expansion?
When did Nur ad-Din die, opening new opportunities for Saladin's expansion?
15 May 1174
How did Saladin take control of Damascus in 1174?
How did Saladin take control of Damascus in 1174?
Peacefully without resistance
How long did Saladin's campaign to conquer Aleppo last?
How long did Saladin's campaign to conquer Aleppo last?
Nearly 9 years
At the Battle of Mont Gisard in 1177, how many of Saladin's men were lost or seriously wounded?
At the Battle of Mont Gisard in 1177, how many of Saladin's men were lost or seriously wounded?
1,750 total casualties
What type of control did Saladin accept over Mosul in 1186?
What type of control did Saladin accept over Mosul in 1186?
Overlordship with tribute
Whose widow did Saladin marry in late 1176 to strengthen his claim to Damascus?
Whose widow did Saladin marry in late 1176 to strengthen his claim to Damascus?
Nur ad-Din's widow