Pack 6 - the first crusade begins Flashcards
1
Q
When did the main crusade start its journey
A
Autumn 1096
2
Q
Who led the largest section of the army
A
Godfrey of Bouillon
Brought monks with him for guidance
Agreed to meet at Constantinople
3
Q
What was the biggest issue
A
Food - stole & bought from local peasants
4
Q
How well organised were the armies
A
20 different languages
Used 7 different currencies
100000 of them
Urban II hadn’t expected that many responders to call
Different goals
5
Q
Alexius & princes
A
Forced to swear allegiance, giving commanding role
Leaders became his vassals
6
Q
2 major muslim caliphates
A
Fatimid - Egypt
Abbasid - Persia, Syria
