Iftikhar al-Dawla
General
Iftikhar al-Dawla was the Fatimid governor of Jerusalem during the Crusader siege of 1099.
Profile
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Iftikhar al-Dawla |
| Born | Unknown |
| Died | Unknown |
| Era | High Middle Ages |
| Role | Fatimid governor and military defender |
| Allegiance | Fatimid Caliphate |
| Known For | Defending Jerusalem in 1099 |
| Major Conflicts | First Crusade final phase |
| Historical Significance | Principal defending authority in the siege of Jerusalem |
Historical Context
He governed Jerusalem shortly after its transfer from Seljuk to Fatimid control.
Role in Key Events
Iftikhar al-Dawla coordinated defensive preparations during Siege of Jerusalem, 1099.
Legacy
He is primarily remembered in relation to the final and most famous siege of the First Crusade.
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