Battle of Nicopolis, 1396 AD Part 1 of 2 The Crusade Beckons

The video explores the aftermath of the Battle of Kosovo, highlighting the fall of Prince Lazar and Sultan Murad. It details Bayezid I's rise to power, his diplomatic maneuvers, and the Ottoman expansion into Europe. The formation of Christian coalitions in response to Ottoman threats is discussed, along with the Crusader campaigns and naval strategies. The video concludes with the Crusader advances and setbacks in the Balkans.

How did the political landscape in the Balkans change as a result of the Ottoman expansion?

What were the main objectives of the Crusaders during their campaign against the Ottomans?

Explain the significance of the city of Necropolis in the context of the Ottoman campaigns.

What were the consequences of the Crusader raids on the local populations during the campaigns?