History The Crusades Questions Medium
The major Crusader states established in the Holy Land during the Crusades were the Kingdom of Jerusalem, the County of Tripoli, the Principality of Antioch, and the County of Edessa. These states were established by the Crusaders after the successful capture of various territories in the Levant during the First Crusade in the late 11th century. The Kingdom of Jerusalem was the most significant and long-lasting of these states, encompassing Jerusalem and its surrounding regions. The County of Tripoli was located along the Mediterranean coast, while the Principality of Antioch was situated in modern-day Turkey and Syria. The County of Edessa, although short-lived, was the first Crusader state to be established and was located in what is now modern-day Turkey. These Crusader states played a crucial role in shaping the political and cultural landscape of the Holy Land during the Crusades.