
Welcome to the Crusades: The First Crusade - Ep 1: Rome
We're Not So Different
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Historical Perspectives on the First Crusade
This chapter explores the historical context leading to the First Crusade, examining earlier encounters between Latin Christians and Islam, including the Battle of Tours. The speakers analyze the dual motivations of piety and personal ambition among participants, alongside the political dynamics within the Church and the significance of events like the Council of Piacenza. Through the lens of both fear and economic cooperation, they challenge oversimplified narratives of perpetual conflict between Christianity and Islam.
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