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Resume of Sajar Al-Durr

Summary

Shajar Al Durr was the widow of the Ayyubid Sultan As-Salih Ayyub who played a crucial role after his death during the Seventh Crusade against Egypt. She was regarded by Muslim historians and chroniclers of the Mamluk time as being of Turkic origin. She became the Sultana of Egypt on May 2, 1250, marking the end of the Ayyubid reign and the starting of the Mamluk era.

Qualifications

Shajar Al Durr was extremely different than most women in history. She showed a propensity to lead especially in times of turmoil. She held power, something that was unheard for women of her time.

Experience

Al Durr helped lead the Egyptian army during the Crusades. She helped keep the death of her husband a secret and she became the Sultana of Egypt.

Education

Self Taught

Awards and Recognition

Sultana of Egypt in 1250

Accomplishments

She was one of few people in the Arabic religion to rise to a position of power.