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Relations between Outremer and wider Christendom, the Latin West and the Byzantine Empire.
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The Muslim Counter-Crusade and Crusader states, 1149–1187 (A-level only)
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Relations between Outremer and wider Christendom, the Latin West and the Byzantine Empire
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Which of the following was a significant factor in the relations between the Crusader states and the Byzantine Empire during the period 1149–1187?
Direct answer
The Crusaders often sought to assert their independence from Byzantine control, which created tension in their relations.
Key terms
- Outremer: The term used to refer to the Crusader states established in the Levant during the Crusades.
- Saladin: The first Sultan of Egypt and Syria, known for his leadership during the Crusades and for recapturing Jerusalem from the Crusaders in 1187.
Common trap
Confusing the roles of different Crusader leaders: Focus on the specific actions and impacts of each leader during the Crusades to avoid confusion.
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