Second Crusade

1147 CE · military

Following the fall of the County of Edessa, the Second Crusade was launched around 1147 with the aim of supporting the Crusader presence in the Holy Land.

Led by European monarchs, the expedition suffered significant losses as it advanced through Anatolia, and the attempt against Damascus ended in failure. The crusade is regarded as one of those that did not achieve its anticipated results.

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What was Second Crusade?
Following the fall of the County of Edessa, the Second Crusade was launched around 1147 with the aim of supporting the Crusader presence in the Holy Land.
When did Second Crusade happen?
1147 CE