Baha ad-Din ibn Shaddad was born in 1145.
Baha ad-Din ibn Shaddad died in 1234.
Five major friends and allies of Saladin included: Ibn al-Athir - A historian who documented Saladin's life and achievements. Baha ad-Din ibn Shaddad - Saladin's biographer and close advisor who played a key role in his campaigns. Al-Malik al-Nasir - Saladin's nephew and a trusted military leader. Al-Kamil - Saladin’s brother who supported him in various military and political endeavors. Izz al-Din al-Qassab - A loyal commander who served under Saladin during the Crusades. These individuals contributed to Saladin's military strategies and governance during his reign.
Al-Ḥajjāj ibn Yūsuf ibn Maṭar was born in 786.
Ibn Majah was born in 824.
Ibn 'Adlan was born in 1187.
Ibn Zaydún was born in 1003.
Ibn Hubal was born in 1122.
Ibn Aqil was born in 1040.
Ibn Zuhr was born in 1091.
Ibn Ishaq was born in 704.
Ibn Hawqal was born in 943.
Ibn Juzayy was born in 1321.