1192

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The year 1192 marked significant events across various regions, including Cyprus, Anatolia, and Europe.

In Cyprus, a rebellion broke out on April 5 against the Knights Templar. Just seven days later, Conrad of Montferrat, who had been elected king of Jerusalem only recently, was assassinated in Tyre. This event led to Guy de Lusignan taking control of the island through a donation from the Knights Templar.

In May, Henry II of Champagne married Queen Isabella of Jerusalem, widow of Conrad de Montferrat. Additionally, Richard Lion Heart founded the Kingdom of Cyprus on May 3, which would eventually become an independent state under the rule of the Lusignan family.

The year also saw significant military campaigns in the Holy Land. In June, a caravan from Egypt was attacked by crusaders between Ascalon and Hebron, resulting in a substantial loot. Richard Lion Heart renounced siege to Jerusalem on July 5 but later beat Saladin twice in the Battle of Jaffa on August 1 and 5.

Meanwhile, in Japan, Minamoto no Yoritomo was appointed Chief of Military and created the Shôgunal government that would remain parallel to the imperial institution for over seven centuries. The Kamakura period began in August 1192, marking a significant shift in Japanese politics and society.

In Anatolia, Alâeddin Keykubad, the Seljuk sultan, died in 1237. Ioannis, the Emperor of Iznik, also passed away during this year. In Rum's sultanate, Kay Khusraw began his reign after a period of civil war following the death of Qilij Arslan II.

The year concluded with Richard Lion Heart departing from Ramla on October 9 and Saladin arriving in Damascus on November 3. The latter would later achieve victory at Thanesar against Qutub ad-Din Aibak, a Turkish slave to Muhammad Ghori.

Events of the Year

- April 5: Rebellion of the Greek population in Cyprus against the Knights Templar.
- May 3: Guy de Lusignan founded the Kingdom of Cyprus; The Knights Templar donate the island of Cyprus to him.
- May 5: Marriage of Isabella of Jerusalem, widow of King Conrad of Montferrat.
- June 24: Attack of a caravan from Egypt between Ascalon and