The Holy City
This city was known as the Enlightened City and the resting place of the Prophet ﷺ.
Madinah
Fakhruddin Pasha was born in this country in 1868.
Russia
The siege of Medina took place during which major global conflict?
World War I
Who was the leader of the Arab Revolt that threatened Medina?
Sharif Hussain of Mecca
Fakhruddin famously compared this insect to a sparrow.
Grasshopper
The masjid where Fakhruddin Pasha gave his famous Friday sermon.
Al-Masjid an-Nabawi (the Prophet’s Mosque)
Before Medina, he fought in battles across these three regions.
Libya, the Balkans, and Gallipoli (Gelibolu)
What was the primary challenge Fakhruddin’s troops faced due to being surrounded?
Lack of food, water, and military aid
Which empire had accepted defeat in WWI and ordered the surrender of Medina?
The Ottoman Empire
Finish the quote: “I appeal to you in the name of the Prophet… defend him and his city to the ____.”
Last cartridge and the last breath
In what year did Fakhruddin Pasha begin his defense of Medina?
1916
What position did Fakhruddin hold in Medina?
Governor and Defender of Medina
How many days did Fakhruddin continue defending after the Ottoman Empire surrendered?
72 days
Who was sent to replace Fakhruddin and negotiate the surrender?
Ali Najab
In response to Sharif Hussain, what did Fakhruddin say he was under?
The protection of the Prophet ﷺ
What critical measure did Fakhruddin take upon arriving in Medina to protect Islamic heritage?
Safeguarding sacred relics and manuscripts by sending them to Istanbul
What unusual command did he give his troops during the siege for food?
He ordered them to eat grasshoppers
What was destroyed by the Arab rebels to isolate Medina?
Railway and telegraph lines
After capture, Fakhruddin was taken to which two places as a prisoner?
Egypt and Malta
Which historic palace now holds the relics Fakhruddin sent from Medina?
Topkapi Palace
What famous line did he say to show he would never abandon the Prophet ﷺ?
“O Allah’s Prophet, I will never leave you”
Who betrayed Fakhruddin by organizing his capture?
Ali Najab
What was Fakhruddin doing when he claimed to have seen the Prophet ﷺ in a dream?
Walking and reflecting, then praying in the Prophet’s Mosque
What year did Fakhruddin pass away?
1948
What was the date of Fakhruddin’s dream where the Prophet told him “Follow me”?
14th of Dhul-Hijjah