Скачать или смотреть The Second Crusade (1147–1149) | Why Europe’s Kings Failed in the Holy Land

The Second Crusade (1147–1149) was one of the largest military mobilizations of the medieval world—and one of its greatest failures. Launched after the shocking fall of the County of Edessa in 1144, this crusade marked the first time reigning European monarchs personally led armies to the Holy Land.

In this documentary-style history video, we explore how French King Louis VII and German King Conrad III answered Pope Eugene III’s call, why early momentum collapsed, and how poor coordination, brutal terrain, disease, and fractured strategy doomed the campaign. Despite massive manpower and religious zeal, the crusaders failed to reclaim Edessa or secure lasting victories.

The Second Crusade revealed the limits of pan-European cooperation, reshaped relations between East and West, and strengthened Muslim leadership across the region. Its legacy would influence every crusade that followed.

Watch to understand how ambition, rivalry, and logistics turned one of medieval Europe’s grandest efforts into a cautionary tale of strategic failure.

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