Bringing to life this turbulent period of history, this book examines the religious fervour, motivations and ambitions of the crusading knights and their followers.
In 1096 five great armies left Europe to answer the call from Pope Urban II to ride to the rescue of their fellow Christians in the East, and free the Holy City of Jerusalem from the 'infidels'. After gruelling marches, bitter infighting, desperate privation and brutal battles...