9K views · 895 reactions | On this day, 20th of January, 1030 CE, the 2nd Sultan of the Great Seljuq Empire, Alp Arslan was born as Muhammad ibn Daud. He is best known for his victory over the Byzantines in the Battle of Manzikert (1071). His victory at Manzikert became one of the key reasons behind the Crusades. He also greatly expanded the Seljuk territory. Join us on Telegram https://t.me/fiveminthistory Support us https://www.patreon.com/fiveminthistory | Islamic Chronicles | Facebook