Raynald of Chatillon vs Sebastian de Belalcazar

Raynald of Chatillon was captured by Nur ad-Din Zengi during a raid in the Beqaa Valley. He was imprisoned in Aleppo for 16 years, during which time his lands were confiscated and his family struggled.

Raynald was released from prison after a ransom was paid, possibly by the Knights Hospitaller. He returned to the Kingdom of Jerusalem and was granted the lordship of Oultrejordain through marriage to Stephanie of Milly.

Raynald built a fleet of ships and launched a raid on the Red Sea, attacking Muslim ports and threatening the holy cities of Mecca and Medina. This act provoked outrage in the Islamic world and was a major factor in Saladin's call for jihad.

Raynald attacked a large Muslim caravan traveling from Cairo to Damascus, violating a truce between Saladin and the Kingdom of Jerusalem. He refused to compensate the merchants, leading Saladin to declare war and invade the kingdom.

After the Battle of Hattin, Saladin personally executed Raynald of Chatillon for his raids and violations of truces. This act was a major propaganda victory for Saladin and symbolized the end of crusader dominance in the region.

Belalcazar led a Spanish force from Peru into the northern Inca Empire, conquering the province of Quito. He defeated the Inca general Rumi

Belalcazar founded the city of San Francisco de Quito on December 6, 1534, on the ruins of the Inca city of Quito. The city became the capital of the province of Quito and a major center of Spanish power in the northern Andes.

Belalcazar founded the city of Santiago de Cali on July 25, 1536, in the Cauca Valley. The city became an important administrative and economic center for the Spanish colony. It was founded with 40 Spanish settlers.

Belalcazar led an expedition from Quito into the Colombian interior, seeking to expand Spanish control. He founded the city of Popay

Belalcazar became involved in the power struggles between the Pizarro brothers and other conquistadors in Peru. He was accused of supporting Diego de Almagro's rebellion against Francisco Pizarro. He was later pardoned but lost some of his political influence.

Belalcazar died in Cartagena, Colombia, in 1551 while awaiting trial for charges of mistreatment of indigenous peoples. He was 71 years old. His body was buried in the Cathedral of Cartagena. He was one of the last surviving conquistadors of the first generation.