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The Rise of Mamluks and the Threat of the Mongols
This chapter explores the rise of the Mamluks, from enslaved child soldiers to kings of Egypt, and focuses on the story of Koutuz, who became Sultan in 1259. It discusses the intense training of the Mamluks and their remarkable skills as soldiers. The chapter also highlights the threat posed by the Mongols and Koutuz's defiant response to their demands.