Draft:Siege of silves 1191
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In 1191, the Almohads, under the leadership of Yaqub al-Mansur, launched a victorious surprise attack on the city of Silves. The Almohads, determined to expand their empire and establish their dominance in the region, were successful in their campaign to take possession of the city. The Siege of Silves was a significant military victory for the Almohads and a turning point in the history of their empire. In this article, we will explore the events and aftermath of the successful Almohad attack on Silves in 1191.[1]
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Siege of Silves (1191) | |||||||
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Part of Almohad campaign against Portugal (1190–1191) | |||||||
Citadel of Silves | |||||||
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Belligerents | |||||||
Almohad Caliphate | |||||||
Commanders and leaders | |||||||
Sancho I | Yaqub al-Mansur | ||||||
Strength | |||||||
Unknown | Unknown | ||||||
Casualties and losses | |||||||
Unknown | Unknown |