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THE DAY IN HISTORY · FEBRUARY 18

February 18 in history

What happened on February 18: 1 moment from the Maps of History atlases, in 1229, each linked to the map that shows it.

— Frederick II regains Jerusalem

18 Feb 1229 — Emperor Frederick II regains Jerusalem by negotiation with Sultan al-Kamil, without a battle. Frederick has been excommunicated. The king condemned by the Pope is the one who takes the city.

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