Crusader Criminals: Plunder, Pillage and the Usual Suspects - Medievalists.net
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In his upcoming talk, Dr. Steve Tibble explores the distinctive nature of crime during the Crusades, examining how external factors such as climate change and mass migration contributed to unprecedented violence. The discussion will cover various forms of wrongdoing, including looting and piracy, detailing how these behaviors became prevalent in the tumult following the crusader campaigns. Alongside insights from his new book, Tibble sheds light on the intersection of warfare and criminality, enriching our understanding of this tumultuous era.
Dr. Tibble’s research into the Crusades reveals how factors like climate change and mass migration uniquely influenced criminal behavior during this time.
The talk highlights not just the violence typical of warfare but also the nuanced criminal acts, like piracy and banditry, that erupted in the chaos of the Crusades.
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