Synopsis

The Crusader states are established in the aftermath of the 1st Crusade. However, the position of the Latins is not certain. In 1144 Edessa falls launching the ill fated 2nd Crusade. The Islamic world bands together and new leaders arise to contest the Kingdom of Jerusalem. Meanwhile, the Byzantine Empire enters into the time of the Komnenian Restoration, and while a high point in the history of the Eastern Empire, it would also be its very last.

0:26 The rise of Imad ad din Zengi
3:29 Second Crusade
11:43 Komnenian Restoration - John II
18:07 Komnenian Restoration - Manuel I
24:48 The rise of Nur ad Din

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BIBLIOGRAPHY:
"The First Crusade" Thomas Asbridge
"Warriors of God" James Reston
"Short Hx of Byzantium" JJ Norwich
"1453" Roger Crowley

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