Case 08Early Madinah

The archers' instruction

The archers receive an instruction covering more than one possible outcome. What made leaving the position a problem?

The evidence board

0 of 3 examined

01A commander

Report summary

Abdullah ibn Jubayr commands the archers in this report.

02The instruction

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They are told to remain until a message reaches them, even if either side appears to be winning.

03A decision

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Some leave after seeing an apparent victory and the prospect of spoils.

What can we establish?

Examine at least two evidence cards, then compare the explanations.