They arrived at their destination in 1191; just in time to participate with King Phillip of France in the siege of the city of Acre.They arrived at their destination in 1191; just in time to participate with King Phillip of France in the siege of the city of Acre. The repelled Saladin's relief army and mounted many assaults against the walls of the fortress until Acre finally fell to the aggressors on 3 July 1191. Sir Jeffrey, along with the other nobles, proceeded to gather up the spoils of war. One day, he came upon an auction at which the many wives and concubines of the defeated sultans were being sold as slaves. Of particular note were two young girls who displayed almost regal bearing and poise than the other slaves. |