Why was the children's crusade a terrible tragedy?

Answer 1

Because there were so many casualties, all the casualties were children and the Holy Land was still under Muslim Control.

Answer 2

The Children's Crusade, in the 13th century, was a tragic event because it involved thousands of young children being led to their deaths or enslavement in an ill-fated attempt to reclaim Jerusalem. Most of the children either perished during the journey or were sold into slavery. The event highlighted the manipulation of religious fervor and the vulnerability of children in times of conflict.