sixth crusade
Proper noun A specific military campaign within the series of medieval religious wars known as the Crusades. It refers to the expedition from 1228 to 1229, which was unusual because it achieved its objectives through diplomacy rather than major military conflict. It was led by Frederick II, Holy Roman Emperor, who undertook the campaign despite being excommunicated by the Pope.
The term "Sixth Crusade" is used to identify this specific historical event within the chronological sequence of Crusades. * Historians note that the Sixth Crusade resulted in the Christian control of Jerusalem through a treaty. * The Sixth Crusade is often cited as an example of successful diplomatic negotiation in medieval history. * A key figure of the Sixth Crusade was Emperor Frederick II.
- "The crusade of Frederick II": An alternative name used by some historians to refer specifically to the Sixth Crusade, emphasizing the central role of its leader.
- The crusade of Frederick II demonstrated the complex relationship between secular and papal power.
- Crusade (n): Any of the medieval military expeditions undertaken by European Christians to recover the Holy Land from Muslim rule. The Sixth Crusade is one of these.
- Frederick II (n): The Holy Roman Emperor who led the Sixth Crusade.
- The Crusade of 1228-1229: A descriptive synonym identifying the event by its dates.
- To launch a crusade: To initiate a vigorous campaign for a cause. (Note: This is the modern, figurative use of "crusade," not specific to the historical Sixth Crusade).
- She launched a crusade for environmental reform.
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a Crusade from 1228 to 1229 led by the Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II who fell ill and was excommunicated by the Pope; by negotiation Frederick II was able to crown himself king of Jerusalem
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