jan 20, 1192 - Richard the Lionheart moves into Ascalon
Description:
After deciding that a siege of Jerusalem during the winter weather would be unwise, Richard the Lionheart's Crusading forces move into the ruined city of Ascalon, demolished by Saladin the previous year in order to deny it to the Crusaders.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 20, 1192
Now
~ 833 years ago