Battle of Montgisard

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:battle
gptkbp:bfsLayer 3
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:mythological_figure
gptkbp:aftermath Strengthened Crusader presence in the region
Temporary halt to Ayyubid expansion
Temporary halt of Ayyubid expansion in the region
temporary halt of Ayyubid expansion
Temporary halt to Ayyubid expansion in the region
gptkbp:combatants gptkb:church
gptkb:Ayyubid_Sultanate
gptkb:Kingdom_of_Jerusalem
gptkbp:commander gptkb:Saladin
gptkb:Baldwin_IV_of_Jerusalem
gptkbp:conflict Celebrated the victory as a divine intervention
Gained confidence from the victory
Included knights and foot soldiers
gptkbp:cuisine Famous Muslim military leader
Respected by both Muslims and Christians for his leadership.
Attempted to besiege Jerusalem after the battle
Became Sultan of Egypt and Syria in 1174
Known for his chivalry and respect for opponents
Regarded as a noble adversary in history
Retreated after the battle
Continued to be a formidable opponent after the battle
gptkbp:cultural_references Referenced in documentaries about medieval warfare
Featured in video games about the Crusades
Inspiration for novels set in the Crusader era
Mentioned in literature about the Crusades
Portrayed in films about the Crusades
gptkbp:date 1177
December 25, 1177
gptkbp:defense Known as the Leper King
Crowned King of Jerusalem in 1174
Died in 1185, shortly after the battle
Faced challenges from within his own kingdom
Known for his tactical acumen despite his illness
Led a surprise attack against Saladin's forces
Regained some territories lost to Saladin
Regarded as a heroic figure in Crusader history
Suffered from leprosy during his reign
Utilized the element of surprise effectively
Defeated Saladin's forces despite being outnumbered
gptkbp:depicted_in gptkb:Historical_Society
gptkb:historical_figure
Art and literature
gptkbp:famous_for Use of terrain advantage
Baldwin IV's leadership
Baldwin IV's leadership despite leprosy
gptkbp:fought_in December 25, 1177
November 25, 1177
Saladin and the Crusaders
Baldwin IV and Saladin
gptkbp:has_ability Ayyubids: 26000
Crusaders: 5000
Ayyubid forces estimated 26,000
Crusader forces approximately 500
Ayyubids approximately 26,000
Crusaders approximately 500
gptkbp:historical_analysis Examined in military history studies
gptkbp:historical_context Part of the Crusades
part of the Crusades
gptkbp:historical_event Documented in various medieval chronicles
gptkbp:historical_impact Delayed Saladin's plans
Strengthened the morale of the Crusader states
Shift in power dynamics in the Holy Land
affected Christian-Muslim relations
gptkbp:historical_significance Demonstrated Crusader military capability
One of the last major victories for the Crusaders in the Holy Land
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Battle of Montgisard
gptkbp:influence inspired future Crusader campaigns
gptkbp:influenced_by Previous Crusader defeats
Baldwin IV's health issues
Saladin's overconfidence
Previous battles in the Crusades
gptkbp:involved_forces Attempted to regroup after the defeat
Included a mix of infantry and cavalry
Suffered heavy casualties during the battle
gptkbp:is_analyzed_in its strategic implications
gptkbp:is_celebrated_in gptkb:documentaries
gptkb:films
gptkb:archaeological_site
gptkb:artwork
Historical reenactments
games
historical reenactments
gptkbp:is_characterized_by the use of cavalry
gptkbp:is_considered_as David and Goliath story
gptkbp:is_involved_in gptkb:hospital
gptkb:mythological_figure
Local Christian militias
gptkbp:is_known_for the bravery of the Crusaders
gptkbp:is_part_of ongoing conflict between Muslims and Crusaders
gptkbp:is_studied_in military history courses
gptkbp:leadership gptkb:Saladin
gptkb:Baldwin_IV_of_Jerusalem
gptkbp:led_to Increased morale among Crusaders
Strengthening of alliances among Crusader states
gptkbp:legacy Symbol of Crusader resilience
Inspiration for future Crusader campaigns
remains a symbol of Crusader resilience
gptkbp:location gptkb:Montgisard
Montgisard, near Ramla, Kingdom of Jerusalem
gptkbp:military_branch approximately 26,000 soldiers
gptkbp:military_strategy approximately 500 knights
gptkbp:narrative_style the Crusades.
gptkbp:notable_battle the tactical prowess of the Crusaders
Baldwin IV's health deteriorated
Saladin regrouped for future campaigns
gptkbp:notable_enemies gptkb:the_Crusaders
gptkbp:notable_event gptkb:the_Crusades
Surprise attack by Baldwin IV
Baldwin IV's tactical genius
Saladin's strategic miscalculation
gptkbp:notable_figures gptkb:Hugh_of_Payens
gptkb:Richard_the_Lionheart
gptkb:Godfrey_of_Bouillon
gptkb:Raymond_IV_of_Tripoli
gptkbp:notable_person gptkb:Saladin
gptkb:Baldwin_IV_of_Jerusalem
gptkbp:occurs_in 1177
gptkbp:outcome Decisive victory for Baldwin IV
Ayyubid forces retreated
gptkbp:part_of the conflict between Crusaders and Muslims
gptkbp:primary_source gptkb:Chronicles_of_William_of_Tyre
The History of the Crusades by Fulcher of Chartres
gptkbp:related_event gptkb:Siege_of_Jerusalem_(1187)
gptkb:Battle_of_the_Somme
gptkb:Battle_of_Arsuf
gptkb:Battle_of_Manzikert
gptkb:Battle_of_the_Dunes
gptkb:Battle_of_Ain_Jalut
gptkb:Battle_of_Hattin
gptkb:Battle_of_the_River_Sajo
gptkb:Battle_of_the_Golden_Spurs
gptkb:Battle_of_Nicopolis
gptkb:Battle_of_the_Horns_of_Hattin
gptkbp:related_to gptkb:Siege_of_Jerusalem_(1187)
gptkbp:result Crusader victory
decisive Crusader victory
gptkbp:resulted_in Crusader victory
gptkbp:significance Defensive victory for Crusaders
Demonstrated the military prowess of the Crusaders
demonstrated the strength of the Crusader states
Demonstrated the strength of the Crusader states
gptkbp:strategic_importance Control of Jerusalem
Control of the region around Jerusalem
secured Jerusalem for the Crusaders
gptkbp:tactics surprise attack
Surprise attack
Cavalry charge
Use of cavalry charges by Crusaders
gptkbp:takes_place_in Montgisard, Israel
gptkbp:was_a_turning_point_for the Crusader campaigns