Constantinople was important during the Crusades as it was the capital of the Byzantine Empire and controlled the trade routes between Europe and Asia. Spain was under Muslim control during the Crusades. The document provides notes about Crusades events like the Siege of Jerusalem in 1099 and Battle of Nicopolis in 1396, and asks questions about Crusader advantages and Ibn Fadlan's travels.

1. Bellringer
1. 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?

2. Crusades notes from last week

6. Ibn Fadlan c. 921

7. Siege of Jerusalem 1099

8. • Siege of
Jerusalem 1099

9. Battle of Acre 1191

10. 4th Crusade: Constantinople 1202

11. 4th Crusade: Constantinople 1202

12. Battle of Nicopolis, 1396

13. • Battle of
Nicopolis,
1396

14. Crusade of Varna 1444

15. Crusader Primary Sources
• #9, What two advantages did Muslims have
over Christians during the Crusades?