Godfrey of Bouillon and the Capture of Jerusalem, 1099 (Edexcel A-Level History): Quizzes
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On what date did Raymond of Toulouse arrive at Argah?
On what date did Raymond of Toulouse arrive at Argah?
14 February 1099
Why did Raymond lose the support of his fellow crusade leaders?
Why did Raymond lose the support of his fellow crusade leaders?
He prioritized personal ambitions over Jerusalem
When did the march to Jerusalem resume after the siege of Argah was abandoned?
When did the march to Jerusalem resume after the siege of Argah was abandoned?
16 May 1099
On what date did Godfrey's forces achieve the breakthrough at Jerusalem?
On what date did Godfrey's forces achieve the breakthrough at Jerusalem?
15 July 1099
How long did the siege of Jerusalem last?
How long did the siege of Jerusalem last?
Five weeks
How did Godfrey's forces breach Jerusalem's walls?
How did Godfrey's forces breach Jerusalem's walls?
Using a siege tower on the eastern wall
Which was NOT one of the three reasons for Jerusalem's quick capture?
Which was NOT one of the three reasons for Jerusalem's quick capture?
Support from Egyptian forces
When was Godfrey of Bouillon elected ruler of Jerusalem?
When was Godfrey of Bouillon elected ruler of Jerusalem?
22 July 1099
Where did the crusaders gather before launching their surprise attack at Ascalon?
Where did the crusaders gather before launching their surprise attack at Ascalon?
Ibelin
What remained in enemy hands after the Battle of Ascalon?
What remained in enemy hands after the Battle of Ascalon?
The town of Ascalon