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Capture of Louis IX in Egypt

Type Event Region Africa Time 1250

After the Battle of Fariskur in April 1250, France's King Louis IX surrendered to the Mamluks and was imprisoned, shocking Christendom and prompting …

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  1. 1250Fariskur · Nile DeltaThe Crusader army was routed by the Mamluks at Fariskur; Louis IX chose to surrender after the defeat to avoid a general massacre. The expedition, including royal family members and many nobles and knights, became prisoners of war.
  2. 1250–1254Egypt · EgyptLouis IX was taken to Egypt and imprisoned; Queen Blanche of France raised a vast ransom at home and maintained the regency. In May 1250 the Crusaders returned Damietta in exchange for some captives, but the king himself was not finally released until 1254.

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