The speech of Pope Urban II 1095 at Clermont in the versions of the Gesta Francorum and Baldric of Dol

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The book explores Pope Urban II's influential speech at the Council of Clermont, which inspired many to join the Crusades. It examines various accounts of this pivotal address, highlighting key versions by Baldric of Dol and the anonymous author of the Gesta Francorum. Through this analysis, the work sheds light on the historical and cultural significance of Urban's call to arms, illustrating its impact on medieval society and the ensuing religious conflicts.