Personal and Political Rivalries and Tensions (Edexcel A-Level History): Quizzes
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Who led the Second Crusade, making it different from the First Crusade?
Who led the Second Crusade, making it different from the First Crusade?
Two powerful monarchs
Where did Louis VII publicly commit to the crusade at Easter 1146?
Where did Louis VII publicly commit to the crusade at Easter 1146?
Vézelay
How many soldiers did Conrad III command?
How many soldiers did Conrad III command?
30,000 to 35,000
What was Conrad III's main motivation for joining the crusade?
What was Conrad III's main motivation for joining the crusade?
To consolidate his power
Why did Eleanor of Aquitaine influence Louis to reject the sea route?
Why did Eleanor of Aquitaine influence Louis to reject the sea route?
Roger wanted to control her uncle's land
Why did Conrad choose to travel through Hungary?
Why did Conrad choose to travel through Hungary?
Sea route impossible due to Roger rivalry
What were the two key reasons Louis rejected Roger's sea transport offer?
What were the two key reasons Louis rejected Roger's sea transport offer?
Alliance with Conrad & Eleanor's influence
Why was Manuel I's support essential for crusade success?
Why was Manuel I's support essential for crusade success?
He could provide/withhold aid & supplies
What oath did Conrad swear to Manuel I?
What oath did Conrad swear to Manuel I?
A limited oath of non-aggression
Why did Manuel demand homage from Louis VII?
Why did Manuel demand homage from Louis VII?
Due to mistrust from Roger association