The King Who Left Jerusalem Standing

Baldwin III: The King Who Left Jerusalem Standing

He became King of Jerusalem at just thirteen—and spent the rest of his life fighting to keep a fragile kingdom alive. From the fall of Edessa and the failure of the Second Crusade to the capture of Ascalon and the growing power of Nur al-Din, Baldwin III faced pressure from every direction.

How did a young king survive war, political conflict, and dangerous alliances while protecting Jerusalem?

Listen to the full episode until the end to uncover the story of Baldwin III, the king who left Jerusalem standing.

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