jan 1, 1144 - Muslim warlord
Description:
A Muslim warlord in northern Mesopotamia, Imad al-Din Zangi, has been trying to extend his power against other Muslims. Presenting himself as a champion of Islam he captures the weakest of the Latinized crusader states, Edessa, in northern Mesopotamia (or southern Asia Minor) – territory occupied by Christians from the First Crusade.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1144
Now
~ 882 years ago