Failure to recapture Jerusalem (Edexcel GCSE History): Quizzes
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During which years did the Third Crusade take place?
During which years did the Third Crusade take place?
1189-1192
Why was the Third Crusade called the 'Kings' Crusade'?
Why was the Third Crusade called the 'Kings' Crusade'?
Led by three major European monarchs
When did Richard I make his first march on Jerusalem?
When did Richard I make his first march on Jerusalem?
October 1191 - January 1192
What was the main reason the first march on Jerusalem failed?
What was the main reason the first march on Jerusalem failed?
Harsh winter weather conditions
How close did the crusaders get to Jerusalem during the second march?
How close did the crusaders get to Jerusalem during the second march?
Beit Nuba (12 miles away)
What major problem affected the second march on Jerusalem in summer 1192?
What major problem affected the second march on Jerusalem in summer 1192?
Water supplies & contaminated wells
Which was NOT a strategic reason Richard avoided attacking Jerusalem?
Which was NOT a strategic reason Richard avoided attacking Jerusalem?
Fear of Saladin's superior army
What military success did Richard achieve after failing to reach Jerusalem?
What military success did Richard achieve after failing to reach Jerusalem?
Successfully defended Jaffa
Under the Treaty of Jaffa, who maintained control of Jerusalem?
Under the Treaty of Jaffa, who maintained control of Jerusalem?
Muslims under Saladin's control
What religious right did Christians gain from the Treaty of Jaffa?
What religious right did Christians gain from the Treaty of Jaffa?
Safe passage to visit holy sites
How long was the truce established by the Treaty of Jaffa?
How long was the truce established by the Treaty of Jaffa?
Three years
Why did Richard agree to end the crusade and negotiate peace?
Why did Richard agree to end the crusade and negotiate peace?
His lands in England & France threatened