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Yaqub al-Mansur

r. 1184–1199 · 12th century · Also known as Abu Yusuf Yaqub al-Mansur

Yaqub al-Mansur was the third Almohad caliph, reigning from 1184 to 1199. He won a great victory over Castile at the Battle of Alarcos in 1195, earning the title al-Mansur, 'made victorious by God', and raided as far as the walls of Toledo. His reign is considered the height of Almohad power, marked by major building projects and patronage of scholars.

Yaqub al-Mansur
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Almohad CaliphateMilitary, Governance

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