Who was appointed by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) at the Battle of Uhud to lead the archers on the mountain (Jabal al-Rumah)?

Correct answer: Hazrat Abdullah bin Jubair (RA). The Prophet (PBUH) appointed Hazrat Abdullah bin Jubair (RA) to command about fifty archers on the mountain.

Background: The archers were ordered to hold their position whatever happened.

• Saad bin Abi Waqqas: Saad bin Abi Waqqas was a famous archer but did not command that unit.
• Hazrat Ali (RA): Hazrat Ali (RA) fought bravely but was not the archers’ commander.
• Hazrat Zubair: Hazrat Zubair (RA) was a prominent Companion but was not appointed to lead the archers.

Did you know? When many left their post to collect spoils, Khalid bin Walid attacked from behind.

Memory trick: Archers at Uhud → Abdullah bin Jubair.