Nightfall History

Crusades

Journey through the medieval religious wars that defined centuries of conflict between Christianity and Islam.

Saladin Enters Jerusalem. Then Came the Chains.

Saladin Enters Jerusalem. Then Came the Chains.

Jan 3, 2026·10 min read

Baldwin IV: The King Everyone Wanted Dead

Baldwin IV: The King Everyone Wanted Dead

Dec 31, 2025·11 min read

The Leper King Saladin Couldn't Kill

The Leper King Saladin Couldn't Kill

Dec 26, 2025·14 min read

Young Baldwin IV with leprosy scarring facing Saladin in dramatic confrontation with text 'IMPOSSIBLE' and armies in the background

How the Leper King Destroyed Saladin's Army

Dec 13, 2025·12 min read