What Happened on July 4, 1187

Historical Events

Victory in Battle

Battle of Hittin (Tiberias): Saladin defeats Reinoud of Châtillon

1st Sultan of Egypt and Syria Saladin — 1st Sultan of Egypt and Syria
Saladin

Famous Deaths

Reinoud van Châtillon, French prince of Antioch, dies

About July 4, 1187

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 833 years, 4 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Cancer