1.2.1 Threats to the Byzantine Empire

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Who was the Byzantine emperor during the 1090s

Alexius I Comnenus

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What key city near Constantinople was taken by the Seljuk Turks

Nicea

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Why did Alexius’s negotiations with the Seljuks fail

Abu’l-kasim was murdered and replaced by Kilij Arsland, who refused to negogiate

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What was the purpose of Alexius I’s appeal to pope Urban II in 1095

To request military aid to defend against Muslim threats, not to start a crusade

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What was Pope Urban II’s reaction to Alexius’s request

He responded positively and encouraged others to help, triggering plans for a religious war - leading to the first crusade