Describes the first crusade, early in the 11th century, and the complex motives which led thousands of people to journey to the Holy Land. The climactic taking of Jerusalem is recreated, and the irony implicit in the concept of a holy war is examined.
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ACMI Identifier
002552
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Israel - Religion
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Religion and culture
Armed Forces, Military, War & Weapons → War - Religious aspects
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Freedom of religion
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Israel - Religion
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Religion and culture
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Religion and state
Educational & Instructional → Instructional
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)