Description: (Arab Muslim General Who Was a Part of the Islamic Expansion under Prophet Muhammad)
Khalid ibn al-Walid, a notable Arab military commander in the 7th century, initially opposed Muhammad but later embraced Islam. He served under the first two Rashidun caliphs and was renowned for his strategic skills. Khalid played crucial roles in various military campaigns, including the Ridda Wars, battles in Sasanian Iraq, and the conquest of Byzantine Syria. Despite his accomplishments, he was criticized for misconduct, which resulted in his demotion and dismissal by Caliph Umar.