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1A The Age of the Crusades, c1071–1204

The Kings of Jerusalem and the Early Crusader States

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Recall questions on Baldwin I, Baldwin II and Queen Melisende, the founding of Edessa, Antioch, Tripoli and the Kingdom of Jerusalem, the Italian merchant republics and eastern trade, and the protection of pilgrims.

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Key term

Who was the first King of Jerusalem, and during which years did he rule?

Key term

Which crusader state was located furthest east and was the first to be established?

Key term

When was the County of Tripoli founded, and by whom?

Process

Who was the first King of Jerusalem, and how did he expand the crusader presence?

Questions from this subtopic

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  1. 1

    Who was the first King of Jerusalem, and during which years did he rule?

    Model answer

    Baldwin I, ruling from 1100 to 1118.

  2. 2

    How did Baldwin I transform the crusader presence in the Levant during his reign?

    Model answer

    He transformed it from a fragile foothold into a viable kingdom through military expansion.

  3. 3

    Which coastal cities did Baldwin I capture to expand the Kingdom of Jerusalem?

    Model answer

    Arsuf, Caesarea, Acre, Beirut and Sidon.

  4. 4

    Why was Baldwin I's capture of coastal cities strategically important?

    Model answer

    It secured vital Mediterranean ports for the kingdom.

  5. 5

    When did Baldwin II rule as King of Jerusalem?

    Model answer

    From 1118 to 1131.

  6. 6

    How did Baldwin II consolidate the Kingdom of Jerusalem during his reign?

    Model answer

    Through defensive warfare and diplomatic marriages.

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