Byzantium And The Crusades
Nick Holmes
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Introduction: Byzantium And The Crusades Episode 3
Byzantium And The Crusades
01/25/20 • 15 min
The consequences of the First Crusade for both Byzantium and the wider Medieval world are discussed, including the sacking of Constantinople by the Fourth Crusade in 1204.
Please take a look at my website nickholmesauthor.com where you can download a free copy of The Byzantine World War, my book that describes the origins of the First Crusade.
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The Fall of Constantinople Episode 5 "The Call to the West"
Byzantium And The Crusades
10/09/21 • 22 min
With the Ottoman Turks closing in on Constantinople, the Byzantine Emperor Constantine XI Palaiologus made a last desperate appeal to the West for help. But would it be too little and too late?
Please take a look at my website nickholmesauthor.com where you can download a free copy of The Byzantine World War, my book that describes the origins of the First Crusade.
Manzikert 1071 Episode 4 The Battle For Armenia
Byzantium And The Crusades
05/02/20 • 18 min
This podcast series presents a new angle on the Crusades based on the book called The Byzantine World War by Nick Holmes. It explains that Byzantium was the main cause of the First Crusade. This episode explores the background to the pivotal Battle of Manzikert in 1071. It focuses on the fierce war fought in Armenia from the late 1040s to 1060s, as the Byzantine army struggled to contain the increasingly ferocious onslaught of the Seljuk Turks.
Please take a look at my website nickholmesauthor.com where you can download a free copy of The Byzantine World War, my book that describes the origins of the First Crusade.
The Second Age of the Crusaders Episode 2 "The German Crusade of 1197"
Byzantium And The Crusades
02/20/21 • 20 min
Ever heard of the German Crusade of 1197? Probably not. It must be one of the most overlooked Crusades. And yet it could have been a game-changer. Discover why in this episode.
Please take a look at my website nickholmesauthor.com where you can download a free copy of The Byzantine World War, my book that describes the origins of the First Crusade.
The Decline of the Crusaders Episode 5 "The Second Attack on Egypt"
Byzantium And The Crusades
10/31/20 • 21 min
In this episode, we hear about the King of Jerusalem, Amalric's alliance with the Byzantines against Fatimid Egypt, where a young man called Saladin has seized power. A large Byzantine fleet and Crusader army converge on the Egyptian fortress of Damietta. But can they succeed in defeating Saladin, the man who will in time become the nemesis of the Crusaders?
Please take a look at my website nickholmesauthor.com where you can download a free copy of The Byzantine World War, my book that describes the origins of the First Crusade.
The Kingdom of Jerusalem Episode 6 "The Fall of Edessa"
Byzantium And The Crusades
09/05/20 • 21 min
In this episode, we hear how King Fulk of Jerusalem died leaving the Kingdom of Jerusalem to his widow, Queen Melisende, and how the Crusaders' most feared enemy, Imad al-Din Zengi used this as an opportunity to launch an attack on the County of Edessa. The result would change the crusading world forever.
Please take a look at my website nickholmesauthor.com where you can download a free copy of The Byzantine World War, my book that describes the origins of the First Crusade.
The Second Age of the Crusaders Episode 10 "Frederick and the Recovery of Jerusalem"
Byzantium And The Crusades
04/17/21 • 20 min
The German Emperor Frederick II was an unusual medieval monarch. He shocked contemporaries by keeping a harem in his court at Palermo, and was excommunicated three times by the Pope. Yet he was the only monarch to succeed in recovering Jerusalem.
Please take a look at my website nickholmesauthor.com where you can download a free copy of The Byzantine World War, my book that describes the origins of the First Crusade.
The Second Age of the Crusaders Episode 8 "The Fifth Crusade: The Siege of Damietta"
Byzantium And The Crusades
04/03/21 • 21 min
The Fifth Crusade has struck at Egypt. Can its fanatical leader, Cardinal Pelagius, achieve the greatest victory since the First Crusade?
Please take a look at my website nickholmesauthor.com where you can download a free copy of The Byzantine World War, my book that describes the origins of the First Crusade.
The Third Crusade Episode 5 "The Battle of Arsuf"
Byzantium And The Crusades
01/23/21 • 24 min
In this episode, the Kings of England and France arrive in the Holy Land. Richard the Lionheart leads the English while Philip II leads the French. Not only are the two men enemies but they find the surviving Crusaders are also divided between King Guy and Conrad of Montferrat. Yet for once, Islam is united against them, under the leadership of Saladin, the most gifted Islamic ruler for centuries. The scene is set for a conflict that will pass into legend, both in the Middle Ages and even still today, as one of the most heroic, brutal and surprising stories in history.
Please take a look at my website nickholmesauthor.com where you can download a free copy of The Byzantine World War, my book that describes the origins of the First Crusade.
The Fall of Constantinople Episode 7 "The Heroes of Constantinople"
Byzantium And The Crusades
10/23/21 • 20 min
As the Turkish army approached Constantinople in 1453, the Byzantine defenders were joined by a handful of Genoese, Venetians and other adventurers prepared to join the fight to save the great Christian city.
Please take a look at my website nickholmesauthor.com where you can download a free copy of The Byzantine World War, my book that describes the origins of the First Crusade.
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How many episodes does Byzantium And The Crusades have?
Byzantium And The Crusades currently has 99 episodes available.
What topics does Byzantium And The Crusades cover?
The podcast is about Islam, History, Religion & Spirituality, Podcasts, Medieval and Christian.
What is the most popular episode on Byzantium And The Crusades?
The episode title 'Introduction: Byzantium And The Crusades Episode 3' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Byzantium And The Crusades?
The average episode length on Byzantium And The Crusades is 21 minutes.
How often are episodes of Byzantium And The Crusades released?
Episodes of Byzantium And The Crusades are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Byzantium And The Crusades?
The first episode of Byzantium And The Crusades was released on Dec 24, 2019.
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