Balian of Ibelin decided to join the Crusaders primarily to defend Jerusalem against the advancing forces of Saladin. He was motivated by a sense of duty to protect the Christian population in the city and uphold his family's legacy. Additionally, Balian sought to assert his authority and secure his position in the tumultuous political landscape of the Levant during that era. His leadership and resolve became crucial in the defense of Jerusalem during the besiegement.
The crusaders who were the Peasant crusaders in 1096 and the Noble crusaders in 1097 wanted to re- capture the Holy Land which was important to them, as they were Christians. The Peasant crusaders failed, so the Nobles had to step up and take back the Holy Land.
the holy land
The Crusaders wanted to control the city of Jerusalem.
The Crusaders, who could be children OR women, could be Crusaders... or whoever wanted to serve their religion. in the middle ages pilgrims or explorers were the Crusaders of the Holy Land
It was not so much what they faced but more what the people on the road that the crusaders used face when the crusaders passed them. The crusaders has also been known to plunder on their way to the holy land. But the crusaders had to deal with Muslims that intended to stop or kill the crusaders on their way to the holy land and not to mention that it was a 6 month journey. They also had to cross the Alps and Many deserts. So the elements I would say was their greatest challenge.
Balian of Ibelin fled to join Godfrey of Bouillon on the Crusade primarily due to the pressures of the political and military situation in the region. After the fall of Jerusalem in 1187, Balian sought to regain his status and influence by aligning with the Crusaders. Additionally, the desire to protect Christian holy sites and the potential for personal glory and land acquisition motivated his decision to join the campaign. Ultimately, Balian's actions were driven by a combination of duty, ambition, and the turbulent circumstances of the time.
Balian chose to join the Crusades in "Kingdom of Heaven" to seek redemption for his sins and to honor his father's legacy. He also saw it as an opportunity to find purpose and meaning in his life by serving a noble cause.
Stevie Balian's birth name is Stevan Dominic Balian.
Some say that people joined the crusaders as a noble, religious act.
Stevie Balian is 6'.
Balian Buschbaum was born in 1980.
Roger Balian was born in 1933.
Typer /join citadel BTW...only one crusader
Stevie Balian was born on February 16, 1984, in Palo Alto, California, USA.
Saladin led the Muslim armies in their opposition to the Christian Crusaders.
Charmaine Balian was born on June 8, 1954, in USA.
Charmaine Balian died on November 9, 2010, in Los Angeles, California, USA of lung cancer.