holy wars
what is holy war
a war or violent campaign waged often by religious extremists for what is considered to be a holy purpose
What is Jerusalem known for
sacred to many religious traditions, including the Abrahamic religions of Judaism, Christianity and Islam
What was Richard the Lionheart most famous for?
He was an outstanding military commander who spent most of his life at war.
What was the purpose of the Crusades that began in 1096?
to wrest the Holy Lands from Moslem control.
What was Louis IX known for?
Louis IX's reign is often marked as an economic and political zenith for medieval France, and he held immense respect throughout Christendom. His reputation as a fair and judicious ruler led to his being solicited to mediate disputes beyond his own kingdom.
who is pope urban 2
head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 12 March 1088 to his death
Who is called a knight?
the most fearsome soldiers of the medieval world
What defines a castle?
'a large building, typically of the medieval period, fortified against attack with thick walls, battlements, towers, and often a moa
What was the First Crusade in history?
The First Crusade (1096–1099) was the first of a series of religious wars, or Crusades, initiated, supported and at times directed by the Latin Church in the Middle Ages.
What is Frederick Barbarossa famous for?
Frederick Barbarossa (1152-90) was the first German emperor—later to be called the Holy Roman Emperor—who gave considerable attention to the three terms of the imperial title. His own registers and contemporary chronicles reveal frequent references to the three components of both his title and the Holy Roman Empire.
what is the cross
The Cross of Coronado does not exist
what is the byzantine empire
The Byzantine Empire was the eastern half of the Roman Empire, and it survived over a thousand years after the western half dissolved.
What types of soldiers were in the Crusades?
heavy cavalry, infantry and ranged troops such as archers or crossbowmen
What happened in 1192 crusades?
In July 1192, Saladin's army suddenly attacked and captured Jaffa with thousands of men, but Saladin lost control of his army due to their anger for the massacre at Arc
What was Alexios Komnenos known for?
he first dynastic founder since Basil I two centuries earlier, and was the most successful emperor since Basil II
who is Saladin
an important Muslim ruler in Egypt
What did the Council of Clermont do?
an assembly for church reform called by Pope Urban IIon November 18, 1095, which became the occasion for initiating the First Crusade.
What is the true meaning of chivalry
an honorable and polite way of behaving, especially by men toward women
What is the difference between a sword and a longsword?
the longsword is a longer, two-handed weapon designed for powerful and controlled strikes, while the one-handed sword is shorter
Who was Peter the Hermit and what did he do?
1 But Peter the Hermit is better known for his “unhermit-like” behavior. He preached Pope Urban II's call to crusade against the Muslims of the Holy Land
What were the Crusades and what was their purpose?
to stop the expansion of Muslim states, to reclaim for Christianity the Holy Land in the Middle East, and to recapture territories that had formerly been Christian
what is silk road
he Silk Road was an ancient trade route that linked the Western world with the Middle East and Asia
What does plate armor do?
gave the wearer very good protection against sword cuts, as well against spear thrusts, and provided decent defense against blunt weapons
What are trebuchets used for?
Today trebuchets are used as teaching tools in high schools and colleges to learn about load, force, fulcrums, velocity, gravity, and parabolic arcs
What is the Mediterranean sea best known for?
Sunsets and Sunrises: The Mediterranean is famous for its stunning sunsets, with vibrant colors reflecting off the water, creating a magical atmosphere