Evaluating Interpretations of History (Edexcel A-Level History): Flashcards
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Historical interpretations (definition)
Historical interpretations (definition)
Arguments/viewpoints historians make; opinions & judgements
Can different interpretations all be valid?
Can different interpretations all be valid?
Yes, if based on thorough research, evidence & logic
Venetian/Dandolo interpretation of 4th Crusade failure
Venetian/Dandolo interpretation of 4th Crusade failure
Dandolo shaped crusade for Venetian commercial/political interests
Prince Alexius interpretation of 4th Crusade failure
Prince Alexius interpretation of 4th Crusade failure
Unrealistic promises diverted crusaders from original goal
Leadership failure interpretation of 4th Crusade
Leadership failure interpretation of 4th Crusade
Leaders lacked authority; plan too ambitious to execute
Geoffrey of Villehardouin's role & perspective
Geoffrey of Villehardouin's role & perspective
Marshal of Champagne; leadership perspective on 4th Crusade
Robert of Clari's role & perspective
Robert of Clari's role & perspective
Ordinary Picard knight; rank-and-file perspective
Nicetas Choniates's perspective
Nicetas Choniates's perspective
Byzantine historian; eastern/imperial government viewpoint
Gesta Innocenti III (what is it?)
Gesta Innocenti III (what is it?)
Official papal view; collection of papal correspondence
Four questions to evaluate interpretations
Four questions to evaluate interpretations
Evidence chosen? Weight given? Methodology? Reasoning sound?