On This Day: After defeating the Mongols at the Battle of Ain Jalut and assassinating the... (1260)

On October 24, 1260: After defeating the Mongols at the Battle of Ain Jalut and assassinating the previous Mamluk sultan, Qutuz, Baybars ascends to the Egyptian throne as the fourth sultan of the Mamluk Sultanate.

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.