Bellringer1. Why was Constantinople important during the Crusades?

2. Which European country on this map is under Muslim control? (not Turkey)3. Describe the grossest thing you have ever seen at school?

Crusades notes from last week

Ibn Fadlan c. 921

Siege of Jerusalem 1099

• Siege of Jerusalem 1099

Battle of Acre 1191

4th Crusade: Constantinople 1202

4th Crusade: Constantinople 1202

Battle of Nicopolis, 1396

• Battle of Nicopolis, 1396

Crusade of Varna 1444

Crusader Primary Sources

• #9, What two advantages did Muslims have over Christians during the Crusades?