The Changing Image of Saladin: From Crusader Villain to Chivalric Hero - Medievalists.netSaladin's legendary status blends his historical achievements with culturally shaped narratives of virtue, chivalry, and romance.
Medieval Marauders: The Ruthless Scavengers of War - Medievalists.netThe medieval battlefield was also exploited by opportunistic scavengers and thieves navigating the blurred lines of civilian and military criminality.
The Changing Image of Saladin: From Crusader Villain to Chivalric Hero - Medievalists.netSaladin's legendary status blends his historical achievements with culturally shaped narratives of virtue, chivalry, and romance.
Medieval Marauders: The Ruthless Scavengers of War - Medievalists.netThe medieval battlefield was also exploited by opportunistic scavengers and thieves navigating the blurred lines of civilian and military criminality.
The Crusades: A Very Brief History, 1095-1500 - Medievalists.netThe Crusades were religious wars aimed at reclaiming the Holy Land and liberating Christians from Muslim rule.
Muslims in the Kingdom of Jerusalem with Ann Zimo - Medievalists.netMuslims who remained in Jerusalem during the Crusader period navigated complex interactions with Christian powers, blending and clashing legally and culturally.
The Crusades: A Very Brief History, 1095-1500 - Medievalists.netThe Crusades were religious wars aimed at reclaiming the Holy Land and liberating Christians from Muslim rule.
Muslims in the Kingdom of Jerusalem with Ann Zimo - Medievalists.netMuslims who remained in Jerusalem during the Crusader period navigated complex interactions with Christian powers, blending and clashing legally and culturally.
Drunk and Disorderly: How Taverns Led Crusaders into Trouble - Medievalists.netThe allure of taverns and temptations significantly affected Crusaders' discipline and health during their holy missions.
Why Is Saint Maurice Depicted as African? Seven Medieval Theories - Medievalists.netSaint Maurice's depiction with African features in 13th-century German art reflects a complex interplay of iconography, politics, and imperial propaganda.
High Stakes in the Holy Land: Gambling, Sieges, and Crusader Missteps - Medievalists.netGaming in the Crusades was closely linked to gambling, providing soldiers a distraction during sieges, but also led to negative perceptions of their conduct.
The Magi and Crusader Kings: Symbols of Faith and Power - Medievalists.netThe Three Wise Men inspired medieval kings and knights, embodying faith and humility, closely linked to the spiritual essence of the Crusades.
New Medieval Books: The Teutonic Knights - Medievalists.netThe Teutonic Knights were a powerful military order that shaped eastern Baltic politics, eventually declining due to military defeats and the Reformation.
The Medieval Roots of Warhammer 40,000's Endless Crusade - Medievalists.netWarhammer 40,000's endless crusades reflect historical medieval wars, depicting a grim future shaped by paranoia and unending zeal.The perception of crusading has evolved beyond the Holy Land, encompassing broader conflicts into later centuries.
New Online Course: The Second Crusade: Sources and Studies - Medievalists.netThe course offers a comprehensive exploration of the Second Crusade, focusing on its historical significance and challenges.
The Magi and Crusader Kings: Symbols of Faith and Power - Medievalists.netThe Three Wise Men inspired medieval kings and knights, embodying faith and humility, closely linked to the spiritual essence of the Crusades.
New Medieval Books: The Teutonic Knights - Medievalists.netThe Teutonic Knights were a powerful military order that shaped eastern Baltic politics, eventually declining due to military defeats and the Reformation.
The Medieval Roots of Warhammer 40,000's Endless Crusade - Medievalists.netWarhammer 40,000's endless crusades reflect historical medieval wars, depicting a grim future shaped by paranoia and unending zeal.The perception of crusading has evolved beyond the Holy Land, encompassing broader conflicts into later centuries.
New Online Course: The Second Crusade: Sources and Studies - Medievalists.netThe course offers a comprehensive exploration of the Second Crusade, focusing on its historical significance and challenges.
Did the Templars Have a Secret Treasure? - Medievalists.netTemplar wealth was derived from privileges, sparking envy and misconceptions of greed, contrasting their founding principles of poverty.
Online Course: The Crusades 1095-1187: A Multi-Perspective History - Medievalists.netThe course offers a detailed exploration of the Crusades over six weeks with expert guidance from Nicholas Morton.
Did the Templars Have a Secret Treasure? - Medievalists.netTemplar wealth was derived from privileges, sparking envy and misconceptions of greed, contrasting their founding principles of poverty.
Online Course: The Crusades 1095-1187: A Multi-Perspective History - Medievalists.netThe course offers a detailed exploration of the Crusades over six weeks with expert guidance from Nicholas Morton.
Did the Knights Templar Betray Christendom? - Medievalists.netThe Knights Templar were accused of aiding the enemy and losing loyalty to Christendom amidst Middle Eastern political complexities.
The Battle For JerusalemThe historical significance of Jerusalem has led to major conflicts between Christians and Muslims for centuries, shaping religious and political dynamics.
Did the Knights Templar Betray Christendom? - Medievalists.netThe Knights Templar were accused of aiding the enemy and losing loyalty to Christendom amidst Middle Eastern political complexities.
The Battle For JerusalemThe historical significance of Jerusalem has led to major conflicts between Christians and Muslims for centuries, shaping religious and political dynamics.
New Medieval Books: The Latin Continuation of William of Tyre - Medievalists.netThe Latin Continuation of William of Tyre provides critical insights into the Third Crusade's failures and its impact on medieval historiography.
Four Medieval Online Courses Coming in January - Medievalists.netThe Middle Ages online courses offer diverse insights into history, magic, and culture, accessible from home, starting January.
10 Free Medieval Articles from The English Historical Review - Medievalists.netThe English Historical Review has published its 600th issue, highlighting significant medieval scholarship.
fromwww.nytimes.com3 months agoPete Hegseth and His Battle Cry' for a New Christian CrusadePete Hegseth's appointment as Secretary of Defense reflects a combative Christian nationalism, drawing parallels to the Crusades despite controversy surrounding his past.
New Medieval Books: The Crusades and the Far-Right in the Twenty-First Century - Medievalists.netThe Crusades serve as a powerful and misused symbol in Far-Right extremism today.
New Medieval Books: Frankish Jerusalem - Medievalists.netJerusalem underwent significant transformation post-Crusades, driven by new settlers reshaping its socio-economic and urban landscape in the 12th century.
The Knights Templar in Battle: Fanatics or Pragmatists? - Medievalists.netModern portrayals of Templar Knights often misrepresent their military conduct, particularly around the Battle of Cresson, where caution was more common than recklessness.