Arsuf 1191 - The Third Crusade

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Arsuf 1191

System: Medieval

Complexity: medium

Scale: 1 counter – 50 - 100 men

Boards: 1 x 68/96 cm

Scenarios: 2

Description:

On September 7, 1191, Saladin decided on a general battle a few kilometers north of Asuf. Richard placed his army´s back to the sea with infantry and archers in front of the cavalry, the Templars on the right flank, and the Joanites on the left. French and Flemish knights took positions between them. Just before noon, the Christians were attacked by waves of Saracen light infantry, which did not cause much damage on them. Then the Europeans were attacked by cavalry armed with sabers and axes. Each time, Richard lined up his archers, who showered the enemy with arrows. Finally, the Hospitallers made an attack without the King´s permission. More troops joined his spontaneous charge. Saladin´s warriors could not withstand the well coordinated cavalry attack and fled.