Muzaffar al-Din Ibn Zangi

Muzaffar al-Din Ibn Zangi was a 12th-century Iranian military leader and founder of the Zengid dynasty, which played a significant role in the history of the Middle East during the Crusades. He served as a governor under the Seljuk Empire and later established his own rule in parts of Syria and northern Iraq. Known for his military skill and strategic leadership, Ibn Zangi contributed to the region's political stability and resistance against Crusader invasions. His dynasty laid the foundation for subsequent Muslim rulers in the area, shaping medieval Middle Eastern history.