Richard the Lionhearted Defends Actions in Holy Land
by Sol
Richard the Lionhearted made the case for his military actions in the Holy Land before an audience of historians in the Odyssey Auditorium Thursday.
"I was the leader of the third Crusade. I led Christian men into battle and I managed their every move. During the Crusades, many illnesses and plagues struck our people and there were perils of the journey that slowed our pace dramatically, treacherous rivers, steep mountains, deep lakes and savage animals. We had to worry about a lot of different things, and being the leader was difficult, but I know I had to lead them for a cause we all believed in. The Crusades were something that my wife, Berengaria, and I strongly believed in. In fact I met her during my first Crusade, and she always feared for me. My parents, King Henry II of England and Eleanor of Aquitaine, showed their support for me to lead the Crusades. Although we never recaptured Jerusalem as we had hoped, we came back with a piece of the Holy Cross, bringing hope back to our land."
Richard the Lionhearted made the case for his military actions in the Holy Land before an audience of historians in the Odyssey Auditorium Thursday.
"I was the leader of the third Crusade. I led Christian men into battle and I managed their every move. During the Crusades, many illnesses and plagues struck our people and there were perils of the journey that slowed our pace dramatically, treacherous rivers, steep mountains, deep lakes and savage animals. We had to worry about a lot of different things, and being the leader was difficult, but I know I had to lead them for a cause we all believed in. The Crusades were something that my wife, Berengaria, and I strongly believed in. In fact I met her during my first Crusade, and she always feared for me. My parents, King Henry II of England and Eleanor of Aquitaine, showed their support for me to lead the Crusades. Although we never recaptured Jerusalem as we had hoped, we came back with a piece of the Holy Cross, bringing hope back to our land."
Saladin Challenges Historians to Rethink Crusades
by Maya
Saladin challenged historians to rethink the actions of Crusaders in the Holy Land as he recounts experiences he had during the Crusades.
"As a child, I was personally affected by the First Crusade. I know the pain of hearing the cries of the tortured, the screams of innocent women and children. I understand how terrible the Crusades were, and how much one cruel action can ruin your life. What is most upsetting is how, as a military general, I was very hospitable to the Crusaders, offering supplies and help, but they refused to accept my kind offers. This ‘Crusade for God' seems to be a crusade for yourselves. God doesn't desire the money or the lives you’ve taken from us. I was forced to fight back when the Crusaders committed these evil deeds towards my people. I tried so hard to protect my people against these ruthless men. I did not want a war, I just wanted my people to be safe!"
Saladin challenged historians to rethink the actions of Crusaders in the Holy Land as he recounts experiences he had during the Crusades.
"As a child, I was personally affected by the First Crusade. I know the pain of hearing the cries of the tortured, the screams of innocent women and children. I understand how terrible the Crusades were, and how much one cruel action can ruin your life. What is most upsetting is how, as a military general, I was very hospitable to the Crusaders, offering supplies and help, but they refused to accept my kind offers. This ‘Crusade for God' seems to be a crusade for yourselves. God doesn't desire the money or the lives you’ve taken from us. I was forced to fight back when the Crusaders committed these evil deeds towards my people. I tried so hard to protect my people against these ruthless men. I did not want a war, I just wanted my people to be safe!"
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