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Battle of Fariskur

1250 • Nildelta
Louis IX on a ship departing from Aigues-Mortes, for the Seventh Crusade.

Louis IX on a ship departing from Aigues-Mortes, for the Seventh Crusade.

Author: Guillaume de Saint-Pathus, Vie et miracles de Saint LouisLicense:PD
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Historical Overview

The Battle of Fariskur was the last major battle of the Seventh Crusade. The battle was fought on 6 April 1250, between the Crusaders led by King Louis IX of France and Egyptian forces led by Turanshah of the Ayyubid dynasty.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Mamluk victory.

Mamluk Guard

  • Commander: Turan Schah
  • Strength: ca. 20.000
  • Casualties: Gering

Kingdom of France

  • Commander: Ludwig IX. (Gefangen)
  • Strength: ca. 15.000
  • Casualties: Enorm

Strategic Context

Last attempt to escape towards Damietta.

Conflict / War

Seventh Crusade

Crusader victory.
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