Polity Mahdid Dynasty

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Was a dynasty that controlled a territory in Yemen centered on the city of Zabid.

Establishment

  • January 1159: The last ruler of the Najahids was murdered by Mahdids. the Mahdids took over Zabid in 1158.

Chronology

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1. Events

  • May 1174: The Ayyubid troops quickly overran the bulk of Yemen and took Zabid.

Disestablishment

  • May 1174: The Ayyubid troops quickly overran the bulk of Yemen and took Zabid.