Medieval History

  1. Home
  2. Education
  3. Medieval History

The First Crusade

Dark Legacy
How the First Crusade began.
First Crusade: People's Crusade
The story of the first ill-equipped crusaders and their unfortunate journey, by J. Arthur McFall. Originally appearing in Military History magazine and now online at TheHistoryNet.
First Crusade: Battle of Dorylaeum
This extensive examination of the first victory of the first crusade by Terry L. Gore originally appeared in Military History magazine and is online at TheHistoryNet.
First Crusade: Siege of Jerusalem
Thorough examination of the 1099 battle by J. Arthur McFall at Military History Magazine, online at TheHistoryNet.
The Crusaders Capture Jerusalem, 1099
A brief introduction to the genesis of the First Crusade is followed by an eyewitness account, by an unnamed source, of Jersalem's fall. Nicely done at the Eyewitness website.
The First Crusade
This instructive overview by Lynn H. Nelson at the University of Kansas covers the various causes that led to the first armed pilgrimage to Jerusalem and its consequences.
HWC: The First Crusade
Dr. Ellis Knox tells the story of the first Crusade in 21 brief but enlightening chapters from his History of Western Civilization course.
Albert of Aix - Historian of the First Crusade
Albert of Aix was the author of a history of the First Crusade that was widely known in the Middle Ages. An article from the 1911 Encyclopedia.

Explore Medieval History

About.com Special Features

How to Ace the GRE

Being well prepared is the first step; here are more essential suggestions. More >

The Business School Lowdown

Everything from choosing a school and applying, to employment after graduation. More >

Medieval History

  1. Home
  2. Education
  3. Medieval History
  4. Crusades, Wars & Warfare
  5. Crusades
  6. First Crusade

©2009 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company.

All rights reserved.