Al-Kamil
General
Al-Kamil was an Ayyubid ruler in Egypt who confronted the Fifth Crusade and later negotiated the Sixth Crusade settlement.
Profile
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Al-Kamil Muhammad al-Malik |
| Born | c. 1177 |
| Died | 1238 |
| Era | High Middle Ages |
| Role | Sultan of Egypt |
| Allegiance | Ayyubid Sultanate |
| Known For | Defending Egypt and negotiating with Frederick II |
| Major Conflicts | Fifth and Sixth Crusades |
| Historical Significance | Combined military resistance with pragmatic diplomacy |
Historical Context
Ayyubid politics required balancing internal dynastic competition with external crusading threats.
Role in Key Events
He defended against operations during Siege of Damietta, 1218-1219 and negotiated the Treaty of Jaffa, 1229.
Legacy
Al-Kamil is known for strategic flexibility in one of the most diplomatically active crusading phases.
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