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The Rise of Salah al-Din
This chapter explores the historical rivalry between the Fatimid Caliphate and the Seljuk Sultanate, setting the backdrop for the emergence of Salah al-Din. It details his upbringing, early political maneuvers, and strategies for consolidating power in a tumultuous 12th-century Middle East. The narrative also examines Saladin's challenges in legitimizing his rule amidst the ongoing conflict and the pressing need to reclaim Jerusalem from the Crusaders.