The Third Crusade
Political
The Third Crusade was a chance to gain glory, honor, and respect: three things necessary to be a famous king. But was there more lost than gained?
Losing a war can be considered a sign of weakness, that is not always true. King Richard Lionheart may have lost the war, but he was also honored for following the Pope's call and showing great bravery and resolve.
The loss could have been attributed to King Philip II or Emperor Barbarossa.
Despite this the factor of how the war was lost must be factored in. The war was lost when Richard Lionheart backed away from a battle, and refused to conquer Jerusalem. This may have been seen as cowardly, but then one must consider that the men were saved from total annihilation at the hands of Saladin's forces, which bought him more then enough respect.
Than one must factor in another detail; his name. Richard I gained the title of Lionheart for his courage and strength, meaning that he gained a lot of political respect, honor, and fame.
Therefore, it was worth it to go on the Crusade from a political view.
The loss could have been attributed to King Philip II or Emperor Barbarossa.
Despite this the factor of how the war was lost must be factored in. The war was lost when Richard Lionheart backed away from a battle, and refused to conquer Jerusalem. This may have been seen as cowardly, but then one must consider that the men were saved from total annihilation at the hands of Saladin's forces, which bought him more then enough respect.
Than one must factor in another detail; his name. Richard I gained the title of Lionheart for his courage and strength, meaning that he gained a lot of political respect, honor, and fame.
Therefore, it was worth it to go on the Crusade from a political view.