Which city did Saul rescue from the Ammonites as his first major military victory, solidifying his kingship?
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Correct answer: Jabesh-gilead
Nahash the Ammonite threatened to gouge out the right eye of every man in Jabesh-gilead. Saul rallied Israel, defeated the Ammonites, and was subsequently confirmed as king at Gilgal.
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