The Battle of Mu'tah took place in 629 CE (8 AH) between the Muslim army and the Byzantine Empire. It was the first major battle against the Romans. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) appointed Zayd ibn Harithah as the commander. After his martyrdom, Ja'far ibn Abi Talib and then Abdullah ibn Rawahah took command. Eventually, Khalid ibn al-Walid took over and led a successful retreat, earning the title “Sword of Allah.”
Who was the commander of Muslims in the battle of Muta?
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