Osprey Campaign 161 - Third Crusade 1191 Richar... Apr 2026

The book examines the legendary rivalry between of England and the Muslim Sultan Saladin . Key areas covered include:

: In-depth profiles of the major commanders and the political friction between European leaders like King Philip of France. Osprey Campaign 161 - Third Crusade 1191 Richar...

: A comparison of the heavily armed Anglo-Norman forces against the lighter, more mobile Ayyubid armies. The book examines the legendary rivalry between of

This volume is widely recommended as a concise introductory reading for military enthusiasts and history students focusing on the Crusades. It can be found through retailers like Osprey Publishing and Amazon . This volume is widely recommended as a concise

: Illustrations of troop movements and geographical layouts of the Holy Land.

: Reconstructions of soldiers and key battle scenes.

: While Richard won a significant tactical victory at the Battle of Arsuf (September 1191) and secured coastal cities like Jaffa, he ultimately failed to recapture Jerusalem—his primary objective. Visual & Reference Features As a standard Osprey Campaign title, the book includes: