main events (crusade) Flashcards by Alex Preiskel

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Facts about battle of Nicea

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First major battle
Raymond of Toulouse and Bohemond of Taranto
first major victory for the crusaders, boosting their morale
secured foothold in Anatolia
improved relations in Byzantine empire
disrupted Seljuk Turk influence
14 May/19th June 1097

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Facts about Dorylaeum

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Second major battle
strategic victory, showing crusader strengths
good supply lines
opened a path to Antioch
psychological win over the Seljuk Turks
1st July 1097

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Facts about Holy Lance

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Claimed to be found by Peter Bartholomew
14th June 1098
In battle of Antioch
believed to have given them divine favour

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