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Download or read book The Crusades 1095-1204: A Study Guide for As/A Level written by T. Kenney and published by Athena Critical Guides. This book was released on 2017 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This critical guide has been written to provide a rewarding experience for those who are, or are interested in studying Medieval History. In particular, this critical study guide will assist you in understanding and examining the subject matter of the Crusades. This critical guide is intended to offer a satisfying experience for those learners who undertake an AS or A level qualification in History. This qualification pathway is offered by all major UK examination boards and this resource is primarily designed to assist those who are studying this topic for a History qualification. This critical guide will also appeal to those who are interested in learning more about the Medieval World generally and in particular, the establishment and demise of the Latin Crusader States. We explore the First, Second, Third and Fourth Crusades as well as less known expeditions of 1101 and 1197. The guide will help you to explore the organisation and administration of the Crusader States of Jerusalem, Antioch, Tripoli and Edessa as well as the major historical personages. The guide also will help you to understand the roles and importance of Muslim leaders like Saladin, Nur Al-Din and Zengi who had such a large impact on the Crusader States. You will also learn about the importance of other groups such as the Assassins, the Templar and Hospitaller Military Orders and the significance of castles like Krak de Chevalliers and also the importance of the city of Damascus.