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Pope Urban II's speech at the Council of Clermont in 1095 is credited with initiating the First Crusade. He called upon Christians to take up arms to reclaim the Holy Land from Muslim control, framing it as a noble and righteous cause. His passionate appeal highlighted the plight of Byzantine Christians and promised spiritual rewards for those who participated, effectively mobilizing large numbers for the campaign. This speech marked a significant turning point in medieval history, leading to a series of military expeditions known as the Crusades.
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What sanctioned the crusades?
The Popes claimed God sanctioned the Crusades.
Where did urban the 2nd give the speech that started the crusades?
To a "great crowd" at the Council of Clermont in 1095.
What caused the Crusades to begin?
crusades started over land and trade.
Why crusades happened?
The Christian's did not believe what the Muslims believed in. THIS STARTED THE CRUSADES.
What are some questions on the Crusades?
Who were in the Crusades who started the Crusades who fought in the Crusades how long did each Crusade last how long was the longest Crusade
What sanctioned the crusades?
The Popes claimed God sanctioned the Crusades.
Who sent the European Christians to the middle east for the crusades?
Crusades were decreed by Popes.
The longterm consequnces of the crusades?
An increase in the power of popes..
Where did urban the 2nd give the speech that started the crusades?
To a "great crowd" at the Council of Clermont in 1095.
What was promised to those who fought in the crusades?
The popes promised the crusaders that they would go to Heaven if they fought in the crusades
What pope gave a moving speech in France that inspired many men to join the Crusades?
It was Pope Urban II who gave a moving speech in France at Clemont in 1095 to launch the first crusade. Although other popes and papal legislates gave equally emotive speechs to gain support for the other crusades.
What were military campaigns organized by catholic popes and kings to capture the city of Jerusalem?
The Crusades.
Where the crusades Muslims or Christians?
The Christians where the Crusaders as they started the Crusades
Why crusades happened?
The Christian's did not believe what the Muslims believed in. THIS STARTED THE CRUSADES.
What caused the Crusades to begin?
crusades started over land and trade.
What are some questions on the Crusades?
Who were in the Crusades who started the Crusades who fought in the Crusades how long did each Crusade last how long was the longest Crusade
What was the date when the Crusades started?
1095
